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Scammed on Telegram: How can I get my money back?
Dear Lawyers,
On 6th October 2024, on the Telegram app, I was scammed for Rs 941,600. The scammers initially paid me small amounts of Rs 300 and Rs 100 for voting tasks and a welfare task in a group.
They then demanded larger sums, stating that I could not skip these payments; otherwise, no withdrawals could be made.
It all started two days earlier when I received a message on WhatsApp from someone claiming to be the HR manager of a company, offering an online part-time job.
I was trapped and lost a huge amount of money. I am under a lot of stress due to this unbearable financial loss.
Hello,
You can report this scam directly to the UAE's official cybercrime division. The UAE has a National Electronic Security Authority (NESA) and the Cybercrime Unit in Dubai and other emirates, which handle online fraud and scams.
Visit the UAE Police website to file a complaint. It has a dedicated portal for reporting e-crime and fraud. If you are in Dubai, you can download the Dubai Police app and report the crime directly.
Alternatively, you can contact local police departments directly in your emirate.
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Dear Questioner,
Thanks for your inquiry!
I am sorry to hear about your situation. Scams and frauds are unfortunately common in today's digital world and it is important to be cautious and vigilant while dealing with online transactions.
In UAE, the law that governs cybercrimes and online fraud is Federal Decree-Law No. (34) of 2021 On Countering Rumors and Cybercrimes.
This law criminalizes various forms of online fraud, including phishing, identity theft, and online scams.
In your case, it is important to gather all the evidence you have, such as screenshots of conversations, bank statements showing the transactions, and any other relevant information.
You can then file a complaint with the Cybercrime Department of the UAE police. You can do this by visiting the nearest police station or by filing an online complaint on their website.
The police will investigate the matter and if they find evidence of fraud, they will take legal action against the scammers. Depending on the amount of money involved, the scammers could face imprisonment and/or fines.
Kindly do not hesitate to contact us at [---------] for further guidance.
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