The Cyber Police Station of North District in Delhi has dismantled an inter-state scam that lured victims with false promises of charitable work and monthly payouts. The operation led to the apprehension of three individuals from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, who are alleged to be part of a fake donation and NGO registration racket, the police said on Thursday.
According to the police, the investigation was launched following a complaint from Muhammad Yunus Khan, a 76-year-old social worker from Delhi. Khan reported being cheated of Rs 16,600 after he received a WhatsApp call from an unknown number. The caller, posing as a charity organiser, requested donations to help the poor and elderly.
The fraudster further enticed Khan by promising him a monthly payment of Rs 50,000 and other benefits if he