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Faridabad Man Duped of Rs 89,000 in Gigolo Job Scam
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What Happened?
A young man in Faridabad lost Rs 89,750 to scammers promising gigolo work via Facebook. The fraudsters collected money in nine installments for various fees.
Key points
- The victim received a Facebook friend request offering gigolo work.
- Fraudsters initially demanded Rs 1,200 for registration.
- They later requested Rs 18,000 for a massage kit and additional fees.
- A total of Rs 89,750 was collected in nine installments.
- The victim reported the scam after two months without client visits.
- Faridabad Police are investigating to identify the scammers.
Key insights
- The scam reflects a growing trend of online fraud targeting job seekers.
- Victims may face severe financial difficulties due to such scams.
- Increased awareness and reporting could help combat similar frauds.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the risks of online job scams targeting vulnerable individuals.
Source
India Today
