INDIA: A driver travelling on Hunsur Road was chased for nearly three kilometres by a group of men posing as loan recovery agents in what police believe was an attempted scam. Authorities said an investigation is under way, and further arrests are possible.
The incident came to light after the victim posted a detailed account on Reddit. The driver, who had rented a vehicle for a trip from Coorg, said a man on a scooter pulled up beside the car, flashed a dubious ID card, and ordered him to pull over.
When the driver ignored the instruction, the individual and his accomplice overtook the vehicle again, claiming they were “loan recovery agents” and insisting the car was to be seized for alleged loan default. The driver immediately recognised the claim as false, noting he had all valid rental documents.
Moments later, three more scooters joined in, attempting to surround and block the car. The victim said the group chased him for about three kilometres in an aggressive attempt to force him to stop. He eventually escaped and shared a photo of one of the perpetrators online.
Police have taken cognisance of the complaint and are investigating the group involved. Source: NDTV
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Why This Scam Works
- Authority Impersonation: Scammers pose as loan recovery agents to create fear and force compliance.
- High-Pressure Tactics: Blocking vehicles, aggressive chasing, and demanding money are intimidation methods used to force a victim to stop.
- Targeting Rental Cars: Fraudsters assume rental users may panic or lack full documentation, making them easier to exploit.
Safety Tips
- Do not stop for unidentified individuals on public roads.
- Loan recovery teams never seize vehicles roadside without official notices.
- Record evidence (photos/video) and head to the nearest police station immediately.
- Report such incidents through official police hotlines.
