The incidents of deceiving young boys and girls through dating apps are on the rise, and this should be considered a warning bell for the younger generation. Numerous cases of fraud via dating apps have come to light in cities like Pune, Nagpur, and Delhi. Among these, apps like Grindr, which cater to the LGBTQ community, are prominent. Many individuals have been deceived through these apps. Initially, friendships are formed through these platforms, followed by the sharing of phone numbers, which is where the deception begins. People are invited to unknown locations under various pretexts. Hidden videos are made, often using the excuse of physical relationships, and these videos are then used to blackmail and threaten the victims. In some cases, abductions are carried out to extort money. The younger generation is increasingly using such dating apps to make friends or simply to pass the time, which has led cybercriminals to target these platforms. By spreading honey traps on apps like Grindr, young men and women are being lured into these traps. So, is there a dating app like Grindr installed on your son’s or daughter’s phone? Please take care.
