Man arrested for cheating woman
A 35-year-old man, Ali Harman, was arrested in Ayanavaram, Chennai, for allegedly cheating a 32-year-old woman out of ₹50,000 and gold jewelry. Harman reportedly promised marriage after meeting the woman online, then took money and valuables before disappearing.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the increasing risks associated with online relationships and the prevalence of financial fraud, particularly targeting individuals seeking companionship, underscoring the need for caution in digital interactions.
The Ayanavaram police arrested a 35-year-old man for allegedly cheating a 32-year-old woman by promising to marry her and obtaining ₹50,000 and gold jewellery from her.
According to the police, the woman, a beautician living with her children at her mother’s house in Pudhu Nagar, Ayanavaram, was looking for a suitable match online for her second marriage when she came in contact with Ali Harman. They began communicating with each other over the phone.
On September 16, Harman allegedly visited her house and sought her hand in marriage from her parents, who agreed to the proposal. The next day, he allegedly told her that he was in urgent need of money and promised to return it, following which she transferred ₹50,000 to him through PhonePe.
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