Saralnama₹3.5 lakh was stolen from a Mumbai YouTuber and Bhojpuri actor in a credit card scam. The fraud began with a roadside poster offering cash from credit cards for 2.5% commission. The scammer first gained trust by returning ₹19,500 on a ₹20,000 transaction. Later, the victim shared details of two more cards for ₹3.5 lakh cash, but lost the money. Experts advise never sharing card details, PINs, or OTPs. Be wary of fake calls, emails, and lottery offers. Use separate cards for autopay and daily expenses. Keep card limits low and check statements regularly. Banks never ask for card details or OTPs over phone. (Updated 26 Oct 2025, 04:49 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- ₹3.5 lakh was stolen from a Mumbai YouTuber and Bhojpuri actor in a credit card scam
- The fraud began with a roadside poster offering cash from credit cards for 2.5% commission
- The scammer first gained trust by returning ₹19,500 on a ₹20,000 transaction