Karnataka Visa Scam: 5 Men Duped of ₹80 Lakh

A recent scam in Karnataka involved five individuals being duped by a fraudulent visa consultancy that promised to arrange overseas job opportunities. The victims were asked to pay large amounts, totaling Rs 80 lakh, for visa processing services. However, they later discovered that the visas they received were fake, and the promises of overseas employment were hollow. This led the victims to file a police complaint, sparking an investigation into the scam.

The individuals behind the fraudulent consultancy used convincing tactics to gain the trust of their victims. They claimed to have ties with foreign companies, offering jobs and visa processing services for various countries. Victims, eager to secure international opportunities, handed over significant sums of money to process their visas. The scammers appeared legitimate, which made the deception even more effective.

After the victims realized they had been swindled, they confronted the fraudsters, demanding either a genuine visa or a refund. However, the fraudsters failed to return the money or issue real visas. The victims, who had lost substantial amounts of money, reported the incident to the local police, leading to an ongoing investigation into the scam.

This case highlights the growing issue of visa-related fraud, where individuals seeking overseas employment are often targeted by fake consultancies. Authorities are urging people to be cautious when dealing with unknown consultancy services and to thoroughly verify their legitimacy before making any payments. The police are working to track down the perpetrators involved in this large-scale scam.