Class 10 girl in Gurugram extorted ₹80 lakh after sharing photos with online stranger leading to blackmail and bank account drainage
Summary
A Class 10 girl in Gurugram fell victim to online blackmail after befriending a stranger on social media. The accused, identified as Naveen Kumar, convinced her to share photos, which he then morphed into obscene images to blackmail her. Over time, he extorted Rs 80 lakh from her family through repeated threats. The girl used her grandmother’s bank account for transactions, and the money was gradually drained through small transfers. The case came to light when the girl confided in a friend, leading to a police complaint on December 21, 2024. Police arrested the main accused on March 3, 2025, and recovered Rs 5.13 lakh in cash and the girl’s debit card. Six individuals have been detained in connection with the case.
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