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Buying Apple iPhone is still a dream for some people who want to make it come true by any means. Cyber crime cases are on the rise in India and it is very common nowadays for people to get cheated while making online payments. Recently, a case came to light in which a 23-year-old boy from Mumbai has duped Rs 4.26 lakh. The kid was just trying to win an iPhone through a lottery.
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Under the guise of a lottery scam, the boy gave around Rs 4.26 lakh. According to the report, the transaction was divided into 34 different drinks. When he did not receive his prize, the boy realized that he had been duped. He then approached the police and lodged a complaint.
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How to Avoid Online Scams
You avoid falling into the trap of false advertising. Think for yourself why you should sell such an expensive item at such a low price. What did he take advantage of? Understanding this will save you from such scams. It would be better if you use the official website of the company to buy the device.
