Gurugram Woman Duped Of Rs 11 Lakh On Pretext Of Work-From-Home Job: Cops

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A woman in Gurugram was duped of Rs 11 lakh on the pretext of a work-from-home job.

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The victim was lured into the job with the promise of high salary and additional benefits.

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The fraudsters asked the woman to deposit money in various bank accounts to process her appointment.

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The woman got suspicious when she was asked to deposit more money and lodged a complaint with the police.

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The police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the IT Act.

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The investigation is ongoing and the police are trying to track down the accused.

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The incident highlights the need to be cautious while applying for online jobs and verify the authenticity of the employer.

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Cyber frauds have increased during the pandemic as more people are working from home and relying on online transactions.

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It is important to exercise caution and not fall for lucrative job offers that require money to be deposited upfront.

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Anyone who suspects fraud should immediately report it to the police and avoid sharing personal and financial details online.

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