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UHi everyone,
I’m a college student and I really need some advice regarding a cyber cell issue.
Around 2 months ago, I was contacted on Telegram for a “part-time job” where I had to review Google Maps locations and earn money. Initially, they paid me small amounts, so I trusted them. Later, they gave me “prepaid tasks” where I had to send money and they would return it with profit (like ₹1000 → ₹1300).
I did a couple of these and received money back, which made it seem legit. But then they asked me to send more money to “unlock” my previous earnings. I ended up sending more and eventually received ₹3900 total.
After that, I got suspicious, searched online, and realized this was a scam, so I stopped immediately.
Now, after 2 months, my bank account has been put on hold for ₹2000 due to a cyber cell complaint. I contacted the police, and they said someone who lost money in a scam has filed a complaint, and my account is somehow linked. They are asking me to return ₹2000.
The problem is:
– I didn’t scam anyone knowingly
– I was also a victim in this chain
– I don’t have that money anymore (I’m a student with no income)
I’m really stressed and confused about what to do next.
Has anyone faced something like this?
What are my options legally?
Do I have to pay this amount even if I didn’t intentionally scam anyone?
Any help or guidance would mean a lot. Thank you.
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