Noida Woman Duped of Rs 65 Lakh by Live-In Partner Met on Popular Matrimonial Website
Noida Woman Duped of Rs 65 Lakh by Live-In Partner She Met on Matrimonial Website
In a disturbing case of digital-age deception, a woman in Noida has reportedly been duped of Rs 65 lakh by her live-in partner, whom she had met on a popular matrimonial website. The accused, who allegedly posed as a retired Central government employee, is currently absconding, and the police have launched a manhunt.
The victim, an employee at a multinational company, entered into a relationship with the accused around nine months ago, eventually deciding to live together. However, two months after he disappeared, she uncovered the shocking truth — she had been the target of an elaborate financial scam.
Trusted, Then Tricked: How the Fraud Unfolded
According to ADCP Noida Sumit Kumar Shukla, the accused gained the woman’s trust by presenting himself as a government retiree looking to start a new business. During their time together, he allegedly manipulated her into transferring Rs 25 lakh directly into his account.
But the deception didn’t end there.
“The accused also coerced her into taking a Rs 40 lakh loan, which he then siphoned off into his own account,” Shukla revealed during a press conference. The woman only realised the fraud after discovering a series of unauthorised transactions and a loan in her name.
Digital Deceit: Technology Used to Cover His Tracks
The investigation has unveiled the tech-savvy nature of the crime. Police sources confirmed that the accused had secretly installed a mobile application on the woman’s phone, allowing him to transfer funds without her consent. He also reportedly blocked her SMS alerts, effectively cutting her off from real-time bank updates.
An officer added, “He exploited her high CIBIL score and clean financial history to easily get the loan sanctioned under her name.”
The woman and her family initially feared that he had met with an accident or was in trouble. But after weeks of failed attempts to contact him, they lodged a complaint at Sector 58 Police Station on Sunday.
Police Launch Search Operation
A case has been registered under relevant sections of cheating and fraud. “We have formed two police teams to track the accused. We are exploring all possible leads,” the official police statement read.
Authorities are also investigating whether the accused used a false identity to trap the woman and whether he had prior experience defrauding others using similar tactics.
Matrimonial Sites Under Scrutiny Again
This incident once again raises concerns about safety on matrimonial websites. While many platforms have taken steps to verify user identities, cases like this expose the vulnerabilities users face, especially women.
Legal experts say that victims often delay filing complaints due to the personal and emotional trauma associated with such frauds, allowing perpetrators time to disappear. “Relationship scams are on the rise, and they often involve deep emotional manipulation along with financial exploitation,” said a Noida-based cybercrime lawyer.
Safety Tips for Online Relationships
As this case grabs headlines, cybercrime units and relationship experts advise caution when engaging with individuals on online platforms. Key precautions include:
- Avoid sharing bank details or financial documents
- Do not approve loans or financial requests without thorough verification
- Regularly monitor SMS and email alerts for bank transactions
- Verify the identity and background of potential partners using public databases or professional help