90-Year-Old in Gujarat Loses ₹1 Crore Life Savings in Digital Scam
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90-Year-Old in Gujarat Loses ₹1 Crore Life Savings in Digital Scam

Deccan Chronicle  

Ahmedabad: In a shocking incident, a 90-year-old man from Gujarat was defrauded of his entire life savings of ₹1 crore in a sophisticated digital scam. The scammers reportedly contacted the victim over the phone, claiming irregularities in his bank account and offering to "help" resolve the issue. Preliminary findings suggest the scammers used fake caller IDs and cloned websites to gain the victim's trust. This case serves as a grim reminder of the need for stringent cybersecurity measures and public awareness campaigns to combat rising online scams.

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