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Crime
Kerala NRI Stolen $225,176 in Online Forex Scam, Police Register Case
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🗓 13 Nov 2026, 06:34 AM
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A Kerala resident living abroad was defrauded of $225,176 through an online forex trading scheme. Police have filed a case against the perpetrators.
A Kerala resident living abroad was deceived out of $225,176 in an online foreign‑exchange trading scam. The fraud was carried out through a digital platform that promised high returns on currency trades.
Police have registered a case against the alleged perpetrators and have begun an investigation into the scheme. Authorities are probing the online platform used to lure the victim and the individuals who orchestrated the fraud.
The incident highlights the growing risk of online forex scams targeting overseas Indians. Law enforcement agencies urge NRI communities to verify the legitimacy of trading platforms and report suspicious activities promptly.
Victims are advised to file a complaint with the local police and to seek assistance from the Indian embassy or consulate for further support.
Police have registered a case against the alleged perpetrators and have begun an investigation into the scheme. Authorities are probing the online platform used to lure the victim and the individuals who orchestrated the fraud.
The incident highlights the growing risk of online forex scams targeting overseas Indians. Law enforcement agencies urge NRI communities to verify the legitimacy of trading platforms and report suspicious activities promptly.
Victims are advised to file a complaint with the local police and to seek assistance from the Indian embassy or consulate for further support.