An interstate gang is suspected of running an online scam by selling fake tickets for popular Garba events in Ahmedabad and other cities during Navratri.
The scam came to light after several people lost money while purchasing passes through social media platforms.According to the Cyber Crime Cell’s investigation, the fraudsters used Facebook and Instagram to advertise Garba passes at cheaper prices. To gain buyers’ trust, they also sent confirmation emails after bookings.
However, when people reached the event venues, they discovered that their tickets were fake.Several victims reported the fraud to the Cyber Crime Cell, following which a complaint was registered and an investigation launched.Technical analysis and information obtained from social media platforms revealed that the racket was allegedly being operated from Rajasthan and other states.
Following these leads, Cyber Crime Cell teams have launched efforts to trace and arrest the accused with the assistance of police in other states.The investigation is underway to identify those involved in the scam and take further action.