Quack-Quack: What kind of app is this, on which a girl I met stole Rs 1.25 crore?
Dating App Online Fraud: Cases of fraud under the guise of friendship on online dating platforms are rapidly increasing in India. In the latest case, a shocking incident has emerged from Bengaluru, where a 42-year-old man was duped of over ₹1.29 crore by a woman he met on the dating app Quack Quack and her accomplices. The matter has now been reported to the Cyber Crime Police, and an investigation is underway.
How did the fraud begin?
According to the FIR, complainant Jagdish C met a woman and other suspects on the QuackQuack app. As the conversation progressed, the accused gained the trust.
He was gradually persuaded to invest in a website that claimed to offer high returns on the international stock market. The woman, identified as Meghna Reddy, emotionally influenced the victim by claiming she wanted to build an old-age home in his father's name. Believing this story, Jagdish began making transactions one after another.
₹1.29 crore siphoned off in 2 days
According to the police report, the victim transferred ₹1,29,33,253 through multiple RTGS and NEFT transactions between November 5th and 6th to the accounts provided by the fraudsters. After receiving neither a refund nor a refund, he realized he had been duped. He immediately filed a complaint with the North Central Crime Police.
Police Registered a Case
The police have registered a case based on Jagdish's complaint. The investigation is being conducted under relevant sections of the IT Act 2000 and the Indian Penal Code 2023.
What kind of app is QuackQuack?
QuackQuack is an Indian online dating app where people create profiles and search for matches for friendship, chatting, and relationships. Matching is based on photos and interests. It works similarly to other dating apps like Tinder and Bumble. However, despite profile verification, many people create fake accounts. Cyber criminals often trap people by creating fake profiles.
Why do people fall for dating apps?
The exploitation of emotional connections
The lure of high-return investments
Fake websites and fake verification
Gaining trust in a short time
How to avoid such investment scams?
Never invest based on the advice of someone you meet online.
High-return offers are almost always fraudulent.
Before investing money in any website or app, always verify its authenticity.
In case of any doubt, immediately report it to the 1930 helpline.
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