đ Love, Trust, and a âš3.8 Crore Cryptocurrency Scam â A Cautionary Tale from Kolkata đ
A Salt Lake businessman thought he had found love online. It started with a simple friend request, casual chats, late-night conversations, and soon, a bond of trust. The âfriendâ introduced him to an âexclusive crypto trading platformâ that promised sky-high returns.
At first, the investments seemed real. Screenshots of profits, smooth withdrawal of small amounts â everything looked convincing. Encouraged, the businessman poured in more money, believing both in the relationship and the investment.
But soon, the withdrawals stopped. The âsupport teamâ demanded extra fees, the so-called partner vanished, and the reality hit â he had lost âš3.8 crore. Both the love story and the investment were fake.
đ¨ The Pattern
This isnât a one-off. Romance-plus-crypto scams are growing across India. Scammers prey on emotions, using fake profiles to build intimacy, then lure victims into fraudulent trading apps. Once the big money goes in, itâs gone forever.
đĄ Takeaway
Donât trust unverified platforms.
Never invest because of emotional pressure.
Keep love and money separate.
Stay alert. Donât let scammers turn your heart into a wallet.
