Cheating by live chat app broadcaster

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Dear @Supriya_nigam Ji,

As per your case, your friend’s brother has been cheated by a Tango Live broadcaster, who emotionally manipulated him by sharing false stories about her family and health issues, eventually taking ₹13 lakhs from him. Additionally, she made him agree to marriage and pay ₹10 lakhs for a fake visa process. When the truth about her intentions came out, she started blackmailing him, threatening to expose their chats and videos to his company.

Since this case involves fraud, financial deception, and extortion, police intervention and legal action are recommended. Additionally, since the money was transferred via IMPS, there is a possibility of tracking the transactions and recovering the amount. Below are the steps your friend’s brother can take to get his money back and take legal action against the fraudster.

1. File a Police Complaint (FIR) for Fraud & Extortion

Since no vulgar chats or explicit content were involved, your friend’s brother has a strong case under Indian laws, particularly:

  • Section 318 of BNS, 2023 (Cheating and Fraud) – Punishes deception leading to wrongful gain.
  • Section 308 of BNS, 2023 (Extortion) – Covers blackmail and threats for financial gain.
  • Section 66D of the IT Act, 2000 – Covers online fraud and cheating using digital means.

Steps to File a Complaint:

  • Visit the nearest cybercrime police station, call at the cyber helpline number 1930 or file an online complaint at https://cybercrime.gov.in.
  • Provide details of money transfers (IMPS transactions), chat history, and any evidence of threats.
  • Mention that she has scammed multiple victims and request an investigation into her activities.

To make your complaint online, follow this instruction:

The police can trace her bank account and transactions, freeze the funds, and take legal action. Since the scam was carried out on a live chat platform (Tango Live), report her account to Tango Live Support for ongoing fraud via the app and request her account suspension (it should be only done after consulting with cyber police). The authorities can trace her digital footprint, prevent further frauds, and possibly track other victims.

2. Report to the Bank for Transaction Reversal

Since the amount was transferred via IMPS, you should immediately report the fraud to the bank:

  • Visit your bank branch and submit a fraud complaint.
  • Provide transaction details (IMPS reference numbers, account details of the receiver).
  • Request a chargeback or reversal, as banks have fraud protection policies.
  • If the transactions were recent, the bank can flag the recipient’s account and help recover funds.

Additionally, if her bank details are known, report the fraud to her bank as well. Many banks freeze suspicious accounts when multiple fraud reports are filed.

Tips :person_tipping_hand:t5:: Since she is blackmailing him, it is important that your friend’s brother:

  • Does NOT engage further with her or negotiate privately.
  • Changes passwords and enables two-factor authentication for security.
  • Warns other victims to report her to the authorities.

If still need help, reply to us.