At least nine youths from Benaulim have approached the police after allegedly being duped of ₹2–3 lakh each by a fake job agency promising overseas employment.
According to the complaint, the victims had contacted a Navelim-based agency that assured them of lucrative jobs abroad. However, after collecting substantial sums of money, the agency allegedly stopped responding to calls and queries, raising suspicions of fraud.
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The affected youths, along with Venzy Viegas, submitted a formal complaint at the Margao Police Station, seeking action against those responsible.
There are growing concerns that more victims may be involved in the suspected racket. Authorities have begun examining the matter, while local residents have called for stricter measures to curb such job scams that target Goan youth aspiring for overseas employment.
