According to the police, the gang targeted Mahesh Mohanan, 40, a native of Kunnathoor in Kollam, by creating a fake Instagram account and chatting with him regularly. When Mahesh reached the spot, the accused allegedly detained him and assaulted him. Realising that Mahesh did not have more money, the gang allegedly abandoned him at Neyyattinkara and fled. Withdrew Rs 21,500 from victim’s bank accountWhen Mahesh reached the spot, the accused allegedly detained him and assaulted him. The gang also allegedly snatched his mobile phone and ATM card, obtained the PIN, and withdrew Rs 21,500 from his bank account.

Source: Indian Express December 28, 2025 03:10 UTC