The Aryavarth Express
Agency (Bengaluru): A 47-year-old woman residing in Viveknagar, Bengaluru, has fallen prey to a fraudulent investment scheme orchestrated through WhatsApp. Under the guise of the “KKR group,” purportedly a U.S.-based shares company, she was enticed to invest her entire savings of ₹73.7 lakh in shares and IPOs promising high returns. However, upon attempting to withdraw her investment, she was abruptly removed from the WhatsApp group, signaling the deception. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the matter, registering a case under the IT Act and for impersonation and cheating.
The incident highlights the risks associated with online investment schemes and underscores the importance of exercising caution and conducting thorough due diligence before committing funds. As instances of financial fraud continue to proliferate in the digital realm, individuals must remain vigilant and skeptical of offers that appear too good to be true.