From Facebook Friend Requests to Fintech Fiascos: Retired Teacher Duped of ₹1.57 Crore in Elaborate Scam
A retired teacher from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, fell victim to a complex cyber scam involving fake profiles of Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and more. The year-long scheme resulted in a loss of ₹1.57 Crore, with fraudsters promising investment returns and extracting "fees" through devious means. Despite police efforts, only part of the funds have been frozen, shining a light on the sophisticated tactics used by scammers today.
Mar 19