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A Bengaluru techie has recently flagged a troubling new scam involving some airport-bound cab drivers, cautioning travelers—particularly women—to stay vigilant. Shivam Sourav Jha, who posted the warning on X, shared details of the scheme, describing how certain cab drivers deceive passengers into paying extra under false pretenses. According to Jha, the driver claimed mid-journey that his vehicle was low on fuel and insisted that Jha pay for fuel at a nearby petrol station, claiming a charge of ₹1,100 but requesting only ₹1,000 from the passenger. When Jha hesitated, the driver threatened to abandon the trip midway, implying he’d miss his flight unless he complied.
So folks here is a new scam going in Bengaluru by our beloved cab drivers when going to airport(with girls specially)
1. They stop vehicle midway citing no fuel and ask you to pay at petrol pump saying 1100 is shown I would need only 1000.
— Shivam Sourav Jha (@ShivamSouravJha)
So folks here is a new scam going in Bengaluru by our beloved cab drivers when going to airport(with girls specially)
1. They stop vehicle midway citing no fuel and ask you to pay at petrol pump saying 1100 is shown I would need only 1000.— Shivam Sourav Jha (@ShivamSouravJha) October 28, 2024
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Jha further explained that these drivers avoid the airport toll by taking alternative routes but still indirectly charge passengers by redirecting them to pay at fuel stations. In his post, he noted it was a Rapido ride and tagged various cab aggregators, urging them to address the scam and ensure passenger safety.
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The post has quickly gained attention, sparking concerns among travelers and prompting calls for increased oversight on cab services to prevent such incidents. Jha’s report has ignited conversations on social media about passenger safety and the need for stringent measures against fraudulent practices in the city’s ride-hailing industry.
