In a recent cybercrime incident, a 52-year-old businessman from Bengaluru fell victim to a stock market scam, losing a staggering Rs 5.2 crore. The victim, referred to as Sharath for anonymity, reported the incident to the cybercrime police on April 8. According to his account, the ordeal began when he received a WhatsApp message on March 11 promoting stock market investments with promises of high returns. Despite refraining from clicking the accompanying link, Sharath found himself involuntarily added to a WhatsApp group named “Y-5 Ever Core Financial Leader,” boasting around 160 members.
Subsequently, Sharath received numerous calls from unidentified numbers, urging him to download an application linked to the investment scheme. Initially resistant, Sharath eventually succumbed to the persuasion tactics employed by the fraudsters and downloaded the app. Under the guidance of the perpetrators, Sharath began purchasing stocks facilitated by multiple accounts provided by the fraudsters. Assured that his funds were being invested in the stock market, Sharath transferred a staggering Rs 5.2 crore to five designated accounts by April 2.
Despite his growing suspicions, Sharath’s attempts to withdraw profits or reclaim some of his invested capital for further investments were thwarted by the fraudsters. It was only then that he realised he had fallen victim to a scam. In response to the complaint, authorities have initiated legal proceedings under the IT Act, with ongoing investigations. Efforts have been made to freeze the funds in the frau
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