Anaika Roy: Rs 19.8 crore stolen in Facebook honeytrap case
Punjab: A sensational case of honey trap and cyber fraud has come to light in the city. A Ludhiana industrialist was duped by a fake Facebook profile created under the name of Anayika Roy. The industrialist was duped of approximately ₹19.8 crore (approximately $1.98 billion). According to sources, Anayika Roy created a Facebook profile posing as an attractive and trustworthy woman. Through this profile, she contacted the industrialist and gradually developed a friendship. She then lured him into financial transactions by enticing him into love and trust. Investigations revealed that Anayika Roy used various tricks and cyber technology to convince the industrialist to transfer money through fake business opportunities and investment schemes.
As a result of this trickery, the industrialist transferred crores of rupees from his personal and business accounts. The Ludhiana Police and Cyber Cell have launched an investigation into the case. According to officials, the fraudster concealed her identity and used technological means to commit the massive fraud. Police are currently working to trace the accused’s location, and an arrest is expected soon. Legal experts say that caution is essential in such cases of honeytraps and online fraud. They are advising people to be cautious when making online friendships and investments. Experts also emphasized the need for increased security and cyber awareness in Ludhiana when engaging in financial offers or personal relationships with strangers on Facebook and other social media platforms.
This incident has once again highlighted the need for increased security and cyber awareness in Ludhiana. Local industrialists and the business community have been instructed to remain vigilant. The police have also appealed to the general public not to immediately trust any online contacts and to report suspicious activity to the relevant authorities. This case of honeytraps using a fake profile in the name of Anaika Roy is a serious example of the increasing fraud on social media. Investigating officers are continuously studying digital trails and financial records to bring the accused to justice and provide relief to the victimized industrialist. Police also said that after this matter came to light, social media users have been warned to be vigilant about the security of their personal and financial data.
