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| Date of Complaint | July 31, 2023 |
| Name(s) of companies complained against | BITGO MEDIA CHANNEL |
| Category of complaint | Investments |
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I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a fraudulent digital working job that I was lured into by a scammer operating through WhatsApp and Telegram channels. The individual used deceptive tactics to exploit innocent people, promising part-time digital work and lucrative returns, only to defraud them of their hard-earned money. I believe that this individual poses a significant threat to society and must be brought to justice.
I encountered the scammer through a WhatsApp message inviting me to join a Telegram channel, where they shared YouTube video links. They instructed me to like the videos, take screenshots, and in return, I would be paid Rs50 per task. After successfully completing several tasks, they asked me to participate in a “prepaid task” where I was asked to transfer Rs. 1000 to a UPI Id. They promised to return Rs. 1300 as compensation for my payment, which they did.
However, the situation escalated when they coerced me into another prepaid task, this time involving Rs. 3000, with a promise to return Rs. 3900, including a bonus amount. Again, they fulfilled their promise. Then, they manipulated me into a third prepaid task, amounting to Rs. 5000, with a commitment to return Rs. 6500.
Unfortunately, I mistakenly transferred the amount as instructed. However, now the scammer has refused to return my money and, in fact, asked for an exorbitant sum of Rs. 25,000 to “release” the previous payments along with a bonus amount of Rs. 40,950.
I have attached relevant evidence of the transactions, including the account details where I transferred the funds:
Bank Name: IDFC Bank
Account Holder’s Name: Martin Namdau
Account Number: 10141975835
IFSC Code : IDFB0010209
Branch : Mumbai
UPI ID: maheshsathe085@okaxis
I request you to take immediate action against this individual to protect others from falling victim to their deceptive practices. Your intervention is crucial in ensuring that justice is served and innocent people are safeguarded from such fraudulent schemes.
I am willing to cooperate fully with any investigation to bring the scammer to justice and help prevent further harm to others.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt action and response.
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