Complaint Regarding Suspected Online Fraud, Financial Loss, and Potential Blackmail

Subject: Complaint Regarding Suspected Online Fraud, Financial Loss, and Potential Blackmail Respected Sir/Madam, I am writing to report a suspected online fraud incident that occurred during my visit to Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, on 24 October 2026. I travelled to Nagercoil alone for a trip. During my stay, I contacted a service provider through the Locanto app after seeing an advertisement offering escort services. The person communicated with me in Tamil and initially quoted ₹3,000 for one hour. I was instructed to visit a nearby hotel and send a photograph of the hotel as confirmation. I followed the instructions and sent the photograph. I was then asked to wait and was told that someone would contact me shortly. After waiting, I was informed that the hotel management was directly associated with the service and that rooms were available. I was asked to pay ₹7,500 for the hotel room. Believing this information, I paid ₹7,500 in total for the room. Later, I was informed that the service charge of ₹3,000 was separate, making the total amount ₹10,500. I questioned why these additional charges had not been disclosed earlier and why I had been made to wait for so long. I was subsequently told to wait again and was asked to send photographs. I complied with these requests. I was also asked to select a person from the photographs provided. Despite following their instructions, nobody arrived to provide the promised service. Later, I received a message stating that no rooms were available at the hotel and that I should contact them again after 4:00 PM. I had initially arrived at approximately 10:00–11:00 AM. No refund was provided for the money I had paid. Furthermore, the messages sent by the other party on WhatsApp were deleted. During the interaction, they also requested my Aadhaar card, which I shared. I am now concerned that my personal information may be misused. At approximately 5:00 PM, I received another call. The caller's behaviour and WhatsApp profile made me feel intimidated and concerned about the possibility of blackmail or misuse of my photographs and personal information. I believe I may have been deceived into paying money under false pretences. I have suffered a financial loss of ₹10,500 and am concerned about the possible misuse of my Aadhaar details and the risk of further threats or blackmail. I respectfully request that the concerned authorities: 1. Investigate the individuals and phone numbers involved in this incident. 2. Investigate the suspected financial fraud and any possible involvement of the hotel management. 3. Help me recover the total amount of ₹10,500, subject to investigation. 4. Take appropriate measures to prevent the misuse of my Aadhaar details, photographs, and other personal information. 5. Investigate any potential threats, intimidation, or blackmail associated with this incident. 6. Take appropriate legal action against the individuals responsible.