Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh): A woman consumed poison and died after being duped in an online scam while trying to buy a pet dog in Gwalior, police said on Tuesday.
This incident shows that digital frauds are now leading to loss of lives, not just money.
In the past one month, two such suicide cases have been reported in Madhya Pradesh, where victims took extreme steps after facing mental stress caused by online scams.
According to information, Reena Prajapati, a resident of Heera Nagar, Gwalior, wanted to buy a pet dog online. She clicked on a link and was cheated of ₹1.70 lakh.
For 15 days, she remained under severe mental stress, and on June 12, she took poison and died by suicide.
Cyber Cell Issues Alert
DSP Sanjeev Nayan Sharma from the State Cyber Cell said, “Instead of being scared, people should report cyber fraud immediately. Victims can call 1930 to freeze their money. Every district has a cyber cell, and counseling is also given if needed.”
Tips to Avoid Cyber Fraud
Never share personal or bank details through unknown links or calls.
Check if websites or apps are genuine before making payments.
If cheated, call 1930 or go to the nearest police station.
Attend cyber safety sessions and help others stay alert.
If you or anyone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help here | Mental Health Helplines
Senior Citizen in Rewa Dies After Silver Coin Fraud
In another case, 65-year-old Saroj Dubey from Rewa was tricked into believing he would receive crores in exchange for old silver coins. Fraudsters took ₹60,000 from his bank account. Facing repeated mental pressure, he shot himself with his licensed gun on July 5.
Suicide Cases Linked to Digital Fraud Rising Across India
Similar incidents have been reported in other states. In Belagavi, Karnataka, a couple—Diozjeron Santan and his wife Flaviana—died by suicide after losing ₹50 lakh to an online scam. In Kanpur, a BPEd student ended her life after fraudsters threatened her and leaked her videos online.
