Hyderabad Telegram Honeytrap Scam: Young Man Loses Over Rs 1 Lakh in Sophisticated Online Fraud

Dec 02, 2025 12:49 am CST

A 20-year-old Hyderabad resident fell victim to an elaborate honeytrap scam on Telegram, losing over Rs 1 lakh through multiple fraudulent payment requests before the scheme escalated to extortion. This incident highlights the growing sophistication of online scams and the importance of exercising caution with unsolicited offers on social media platforms.