Auto driver loses Rs.1.26 crore in online gaming fraud
Navi Mumbai, June 12 -- A 25-year-old auto-rickshaw driver from Navi Mumbai allegedly lost Rs.1.26 crore in an online gaming fraud 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 others.
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.
"The complainant had received money from the sale of his ancestral land, which he used to invest in the platform. He also sold his parents' gold ornaments," said the investigating officer.
Police said that between March 2024 and April 2026, the victim transferred a total of Rs.1.26 crore into multiple bank accounts allegedly linked to the fraudulent operation.
Based on his complaint, the police have registered a case....
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