India, June 12 -- A 25-year-old auto-rickshaw driver from Navi Mumbai allegedly lost Rs.1.26 crore in an online gaming scam after investing money received from the sale of his ancestral land and his parents' gold ornaments.

The complainant, a resident of Morave, alleged that he was lured into an online gaming platform by individuals who promised high returns through games such as Teen Patti, Casino and other betting activities.

According to investigators, the victim was initially allowed to withdraw small amounts from the platform, creating the impression that the scheme was genuine. Encouraged by these early payouts, he continued to invest larger sums over time.

"The complainant had received money from the sale of his ancestral land, ...