26-year-old unemployed man loses ₹10,19,781 to online job and investment scam via messaging app and fake website

Summary

A 26-year-old unemployed man from Hyderabad lost Rs 10,19,781 in an online job and investment scam operated through a messaging app and a fraudulent website. The victim was lured by a message offering a part-time job with a monthly income of Rs 50,000 and directed to register on a fake website. The platform initially credited Rs 10,000 to his account and allowed a withdrawal of Rs 7,500 to build trust. Encouraged by this, he continued depositing money while being shown fake profits. When he attempted to withdraw Rs 72 lakh in purported earnings, he was asked to pay various charges, prompting him to report the scam to the police. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.