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Woman Escapes Fake Cab Driver's Extortion Attempt at Bengaluru Airport

A woman narrowly avoided a dangerous situation after a fake Ola driver tried to extort money from her at Kempegowda International Airport.

  • The incident occurred around 10:30 pm when the woman boarded a cab at the designated Ola pickup station at Bengaluru Airport.
  • The impersonator driver did not request the mandatory OTP and asked the woman to enter her destination on his personal Maps app.
  • The driver demanded extra fare and suggested transferring her to another car when she refused to pay more.
  • Feeling unsafe, the woman called the emergency helpline 112, leading to the driver's arrest by Bengaluru police within 20 minutes.
  • The incident has sparked concerns about airport security and the safety protocols of ride-hailing services at the airport.
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