A Krishnan 01 February 2023

Whatsapp message for the mid/ senior people to loot their savings in the cover survey

I lost around 1.4 Lakhs through the above scam.

First they ask us to click and comment few clippings and transfer and pay Rs.100/= per click.

Afterwards they they elevate to the next level promising double remuneration for the same.

Late they fix slab by collecting Rs.1000/= followed by Rs 3000/= and pay some lucrative pay out as end of the mission.

Then next day they first say system has selected for the higher slabs by washing your brain initially by taking 10K at first stage followed by 30K and finally 90K.

If you want to quit they will say system is not allowing for the end mission.

They will show all their own members as participants.

All these tricky games will be done in the telegram platform with different names and ids with switch on and off mechanism.

If you dont pay 3lakhs they will not close the mission and they will ask to transfer the funds to various names and give time.

I am in the waiting period for the last 7days.

Is there any way to sue them legally. I have recorded all the chats and transfers for future records.

Can some one help me in this regard.

I am posting this to inform the public so that in future others may not get trapped in this fake market survey scam.

Looking forward to hearing your inputs and comments .

Thanks.

Krishnan

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S. Gupta (Legal Scholar) 22 December 2024

Krishnan,

I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Here's a detailed guide on how you can take legal action against the scammers:

Steps to Take Legal Action

1. **File a Complaint with the Cyber Crime Cell**:
- Visit the [National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal](https://cybercrime.gov.in/) and file a complaint. Provide all the details, including the recorded chats and transaction proofs.
- You can also visit your local police station and file a First Information Report (FIR) under the relevant sections of the Information Technology Act, 2000.

2. **Relevant Legal Provisions**:
- **Section 66D of the IT Act, 2000**: This section deals with punishment for cheating by personation using computer resources. The punishment can extend to three years of imprisonment and a fine up to one lakh rupees.
- **Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)**: This section deals with cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property. The punishment can extend to seven years of imprisonment and a fine.

3. **Gather Evidence**:
- Collect all the evidence, including screenshots of chats, transaction receipts, and any communication with the scammers. This will strengthen your case.

4. **Consult a Cyber Crime Lawyer**:
- Seek legal advice from a lawyer who specializes in cyber crime. They can guide you through the legal process and help you file the necessary documents.

5. **Notify the Platform**:
- Report the scam to Telegram and any other platforms used by the scammers. This can help prevent others from falling victim to the same scam.

Additional Tips
- **Stay Vigilant**: Be cautious of any online schemes that promise high returns with minimal effort. Always verify the authenticity of such offers.
- **Public Awareness**: Share your experience on social media and forums to raise awareness and prevent others from being scammed.

I hope this helps! If you need further assistance, feel free to ask.

: [Cyber Crime Portal](https://cybercrime.gov.in/)
: [Online Fraud, Online Scams in India - S.S. Rana & Co.](https://ssrana.in/ufaqs/online-scams-india-legal-action/)
: [Online Fraud in India: A Legal Perspective](https://lawfullegal.in/online-fraud-in-india-a-legal-perspective/)

Stay safe,