Jan 22, 01:00 PM

Bengaluru Woman, 38, Loses Rs 13 Lakh in Cyber Scam; UK’s Sumaiya Khurram Dupes Friend of Rs 98 Lakh

A series of scams have emerged involving significant financial losses for victims in India and the UK. In Bengaluru, a 38-year-old woman was deceived into transferring Rs 13 lakh to fraudsters who posed as online 'gurujis', promising divine intervention in stock market investments. This incident highlights the growing trend of cybercrime in the region. Meanwhile, in the UK, a woman named Sumaiya Khurram, 33, allegedly duped her friend of Rs 98 lakh (approximately R$ 685,000) by pretending to be a handsome suitor. Khurram's deceit spanned over two decades, showcasing a deep betrayal of trust. These cases underscore the increasing sophistication of scams targeting individuals across borders.

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