WhatsApp group scam costs 75-year-old Rs 11.1 crore; know how to stop others from adding you to groups without your permission

In a shocking case of cyber fraud, a 75-year-old man from Colaba, Mumbai, was defrauded of Rs 11.1 crore by scammers operating through a WhatsApp group. The victim, a retired ship captain and regular stock market investor, fell prey to a meticulously planned scheme that involved a fake financial services company, fraudulent trading apps, and persuasive tactics by the culprits. This case underscores the growing prevalence of cyber scams targeting unsuspecting individuals via messaging platforms like WhatsApp. It also highlights the importance of adopting robust digital security practices to avoid such traps.