By ETF Desk
A resident of Udupi district has lost a whopping ₹19.5 lakhs in an online trading investment scam. The victim, who wishes to remain anonymous, had invested the amount in an online trading platform, hoping to earn a substantial return on investment. However, the platform turned out to be a scam, and the victim lost the entire amount.
The victim had invested the amount in a fake online trading platform, which promised unusually high returns on investment. The platform was operating under a fake name and had a convincing website and marketing strategy. The victim was lured into investing the amount by the platform's promise of high returns and the ease of investment.
The victim has lodged a complaint with the local police, who are investigating the case. The police have warned the public to be cautious while investing in online trading platforms and to verify the authenticity of the platforms before investing any amount. The incident highlights the need for increased awareness about online investment scams and the importance of being cautious while investing in online platforms.
Source: Google News – Udupi.