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Ahmedabad Man Claims 'Crime Branch' Men Extorted Rs 6.40 Lakh After Tinder Meeting
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What Happened?
A 35-year-old businessman from Ahmedabad reported being extorted of Rs 6.40 lakh after meeting a woman from Tinder. He was allegedly forced into a car by men claiming to be from the Crime Branch.
Key points
- The businessman makes ice cream machines in Vastral.
- He had been messaging Heena Patel for about two months before meeting her.
- Three men accused him of working with Heena and forced them into a car.
- He was driven around Ahmedabad for nearly three hours while being threatened.
- The men forced him to transfer Rs 40,000 and revealed his banking app password.
- He managed to recover Rs 3.02 lakh after contacting Heena.
Key insights
- The case raises concerns about safety in online dating environments.
- Victims of such extortion may feel hesitant to report incidents due to fear of stigma.
- The involvement of individuals posing as law enforcement complicates trust in authorities.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the risks associated with online dating and potential extortion.
Entities
Ahmedabad· CityHeena Patel· PersonCrime Branch· Organization
Source
India Today
