A 31-year-old software developer from Ahmedabad has lodged a complaint with the Vejalpur police, alleging that she was defrauded of Rs 13.2 lakh by a man she met on a matrimonial website.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Sarkhej area, had created a profile on the matrimonial portal in September last year in search of a suitable match. She stated that she came into contact with a man who introduced himself as Saeed Rehan.
As per her statement, Rehan claimed to be settled in the United States and engaged in business interests related to gold mines in South Africa.
The complainant further alleged that he was accompanied by an individual who identified himself as his father. This person gained her trust through frequent interactions.
The complaint detailed that Rehan sent the woman a bouquet on her birthday, further reinforcing her belief in his authenticity.
In October last year, Rehan reportedly requested financial assistance, stating that he needed to make a payment to a client in India. The woman subsequently transferred Rs 5 lakh to his bank account. Over the following months, he continued to ask for money, citing various emergencies.
The complainant stated that by January 2025, she had transferred a total of Rs 13.2 lakh to Rehan’s account. When he failed to respond to her messages and did not provide an address for a promised meeting in Chandigarh, she became suspicious.
Following this, the woman reached out to the cybercrime helpline and later filed a complaint with the Vejalpur police. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the matter.
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