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Crime
Gujarat Man Scammed Out of Rs 1.46 Crore by Fake Investment Firm via WhatsApp Groups
✍️ mid-day.com
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 02:31 PM
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A man from Gujarat lost ₹1.46 crore after falling victim to a fake investment scheme promoted through WhatsApp groups.
A Gujarat resident was defrauded of ₹1.46 crore by a fraudulent investment firm that operated through WhatsApp groups. The scheme promised high returns on investments but was revealed to be a scam. Authorities have opened an inquiry into the matter and are tracing the operators behind the fake firm. The victim has reported the incident to the local police and is seeking recovery of the lost amount. Investigators are working to identify the individuals who managed the WhatsApp groups and the fake investment company.