Andhra Man Loses Rs 20 Lakh in Bengaluru 'Cheap Gold' Robbery

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Andhra Man Robbed Of Rs 20 Lakh In Bengaluru After 'Cheap Gold' Lure

Believing the offer to be genuine, Vishwaprasad travelled from Andhra Pradesh to Bengaluru with the cash. (Image: AI-Representational)

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News18•07-03-2026, 11:31

Andhra Man Robbed Of Rs 20 Lakh In Bengaluru After 'Cheap Gold' Lure

•Vishwaprasad Reddy from Andhra Pradesh was robbed of Rs 20 lakh in Devanahalli, Bengaluru Rural district.
•He was lured by an offer of gold at below market price, asked to pay Rs 20 lakh advance for 1 kg.
•Six assailants ambushed him and his companion at a private layout, assaulted them, and forcibly took the cash.
•Devanahalli Police have launched a special investigation, reviewing CCTV footage and call records to apprehend the suspects.
•Authorities warn the public to exercise caution against such scams involving high-value transactions, especially for precious commodities.

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