A woman from Udupi fell victim to an elaborate scam, losing Rs 19.71 lakh after scammers threatened to misuse a SIM card that was registered in her name in Mumbai for money laundering. According to her report, the fraudsters contacted her with alarming claims that her SIM card was involved in illegal activities.
The criminals manipulated her into believing that she would be held accountable for these crimes unless she paid a significant sum of money to prevent further complications. In her panic, she transferred the demanded amount in multiple installments, hoping to clear her name.
It was only after the payments were made that the woman realized she had been deceived. The scammers continued to pressure her, creating an atmosphere of fear and urgency.
This case underscores the increasing danger of online fraud, where perpetrators use psychological tactics and threats to exploit their victims. Law enforcement authorities have been alerted, and investigations are ongoing to track down the culprits responsible for the scam.
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