My friend Nelly James from the UK, who knows my number and address, recently came to India. I got a call from someone claiming to be from Delhi customs saying Nelly was carrying a lot of money and I could be in trouble because I know him. They asked for ₹45,000 to clear things up. Scared, I paid ₹25,000 into the account they gave me. Now I’m really worried. Please help!

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Law Forum › Category: Customs & Central Excise › My friend Nelly James from the UK, who knows my number and address, recently came to India. I got a call from someone claiming to be from Delhi customs saying Nelly was carrying a lot of money and I could be in trouble because I know him. They asked for ₹45,000 to clear things up. Scared, I paid ₹25,000 into the account they gave me. Now I’m really worried. Please help!
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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

My friend Nelly James from the UK, who knows my number and address, recently came to India. I got a call from someone claiming to be from Delhi customs saying Nelly was carrying a lot of money and I could be in trouble because I know him. They asked for ₹45,000 to clear things up. Scared, I paid ₹25,000 into the account they gave me. Now I’m really worried. Please help!

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

This is a classic scam. Indian customs officials would never contact you in this manner and demand money. You have been the victim of a crime and should report this to the police immediately. You should also contact your bank to try to recover the money you paid.

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