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A man in Delhi was scammed of Rs 1.2 lakh on a Tinder date at a cafe in East Delhi.
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The woman he met on Tinder, Versha, left the cafe abruptly, leaving him with an exorbitant bill.
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The police investigation revealed a well-organized scam involving cafe owners, managers, and “table managers” who target men on dating apps.
A man in Delhi fell victim to a elaborate scam on a Tinder date at the Black Mirror Cafe in East Delhi. The woman he met, Versha, convinced him to celebrate her birthday at the cafe, where they ordered snacks and drinks. However, she suddenly left the cafe, leaving him with a bill of Rs 1,21,917.70. The police investigation revealed that the cafe was involved in a scam, with “table managers” posing as women on dating apps to lure men to the cafe.
The scam relies on a well-organized system, with each player getting a cut of the money. The police have arrested several individuals involved in the scam, including the cafe owners and managers. The investigation has also revealed that similar schemes are active in other cities, including Mumbai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. The police are warning people to be cautious when meeting strangers on dating apps and to be aware of such scams.
The incident highlights the importance of online safety and the need for people to be vigilant when meeting strangers online. The police are urging people to report any such incidents and are working to crack down on these scams.
