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Crime
Jabalpur Youth Loses Over ₹37 Lakh in Telegram Online Earnings Scam
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 08:47 AM
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A Jabalpur resident was duped by cyber fraudsters promising high online profits, losing ₹37.42 lakh, prompting police to file a case.
A resident of Jabalpur fell victim to a cyber fraud that masqueraded as an online earning opportunity. The perpetrators used the messaging platform Telegram to establish contact, initially gaining the youngster's trust by showcasing alleged profits. They then convinced him to invest a large sum, promising even higher returns.
The youth transferred a total of ₹37,42,000 before realizing the scheme was a trap. The loss was reported to local authorities, who have now opened an official investigation.
Police in Madhya Pradesh have registered a case and are actively searching for the suspects behind the Telegram-based scam. Officials have warned the public to remain cautious of unsolicited online investment offers, especially those that guarantee unusually high returns.
The incident underscores the growing prevalence of digital fraud in the region and highlights the need for increased awareness about safe online practices.
The youth transferred a total of ₹37,42,000 before realizing the scheme was a trap. The loss was reported to local authorities, who have now opened an official investigation.
Police in Madhya Pradesh have registered a case and are actively searching for the suspects behind the Telegram-based scam. Officials have warned the public to remain cautious of unsolicited online investment offers, especially those that guarantee unusually high returns.
The incident underscores the growing prevalence of digital fraud in the region and highlights the need for increased awareness about safe online practices.