Bengaluru: Woman cheated of Rs 8.35 Lakh in part-time job scam

Team Udayavani, Nov 13, 2023, 2:45 PM IST

A woman in Bengaluru fell victim to cyber fraud when she was offered a part-time job opportunity bu scammers.

The victim has been identified as Lina (43) residing in Vajarahalli.

The scam unfolded when Lina received a message from an unknown number, prompting her to click on a link. The fraudster claimed to have sent Rs 203 to gain her trust.

Subsequently, the scammer directed Lina to connect via a Telegram ID. Upon joining a Telegram group, the fraudster persuaded Lina to invest money, promising good returns.

Lina transferred a staggering Rs 8.35 lakh to the provided bank account after which she lost contact with the fraudster.

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