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Gulf Insider
11-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Expat Woman Falls Victim To Online Car Scam
An expatriate woman in Bahrain has come forward to share her painful experience after falling victim to an online car sale scam. The 40-year-old, who filed a case with the police, is urging others-especially fellow expats-to be cautious when dealing with online advertisements and installment car sales. Speaking to News of Bahrain, she explained how a group of individuals posed as agents selling vehicles on installment plans through social media and other online platforms. 'They told us the car was available for BD400 as a down payment and BD50 as a monthly installment. We saw the car, even went for a test drive. Everything seemed fine,' she said. She and her family paid BD50 in advance and agreed to meet the following morning to finalize the contract. But what happened next left them shocked. 'The next morning, the so-called agent asked us to send the remaining BD350 through BenefitPay. He said he would bring the agreement immediately. But after receiving the money, he disappeared. He stopped answering our calls and blocked all communication.' Now, heartbroken and financially strained, she is warning others not to fall for similar traps. 'We are expats. We work hard to earn our money. Please be careful and don't trust such deals without proper verification,' she said. The matter is currently under police investigation. Victims are urging others to spread awareness and avoid any unofficial or suspicious car sales online. Also read: Bahrain: Court Orders Dealer To Repay BD6,800 After Car Sale Dispute
Daily Tribune
10-07-2025
- Daily Tribune
Expat Woman Falls Victim to Online Car Scam, Warns Others to Stay Alert
An expatriate woman in Bahrain has come forward to share her painful experience after falling victim to an online car sale scam. The 40-year-old, who filed a case with the police, is urging others—especially fellow expats—to be cautious when dealing with online advertisements and installment car sales. Speaking to News of Bahrain, she explained how a group of individuals posed as agents selling vehicles on installment plans through social media and other online platforms. 'They told us the car was available for BD400 as a down payment and BD50 as a monthly installment. We saw the car, even went for a test drive. Everything seemed fine,' she said. She and her family paid BD50 in advance and agreed to meet the following morning to finalize the contract. But what happened next left them shocked. 'The next morning, the so-called agent asked us to send the remaining BD350 through BenefitPay. He said he would bring the agreement immediately. But after receiving the money, he disappeared. He stopped answering our calls and blocked all communication.' Now, heartbroken and financially strained, she is warning others not to fall for similar traps. 'We are expats. We work hard to earn our money. Please be careful and don't trust such deals without proper verification,' she said. The matter is currently under police investigation. Victims are urging others to spread awareness and avoid any unofficial or suspicious car sales online.
Gulf Insider
28-05-2025
- Gulf Insider
Mother And Daughter Duped In BD176 Phone Scam
Trusting a polite voice on the end of the line, a mother and daughter gave away their bank after, they discovered they had lost BD176. The fraud, carried out by two Asian men posing as a bank employee, is now before the High Criminal Court, with sentencing scheduled for 17 June. The caller claimed to work for the bank. He spoke with confidence. The daughter believed him. She provided the account details and one-time passwords for both herself and her mother. Not long after, BD136 was withdrawn from her account and BD40 from her mother's. According to the Public Prosecution, the two defendants acted with the help of an unidentified accomplice. Accounts They used the card PINs to access the women's bank accounts and carry out withdrawals. Investigators say the men also entered the digital banking system and transferred the funds. The daughter reported the incident to the authorities. A police captain from the Economic Crimes Division stated that the man on the phone had presented himself as helpful, only to take their money instead. Funds The investigation showed that the funds were moved to the second defendant's account. He then passed the money on to the first, who used cash machines to withdraw it. Confidential sources said the first defendant used a bank card linked to the second. Withdrawals Bank statements confirmed the withdrawals of BD136 and BD40. Background checks on the two men revealed previous cases of a similar kind. There were no hacks, no forced entry into systems. Just a soft voice, a convincing story, and a costly mistake. Also read: Teacher Accused Of Misusing Public Funds And Forgery Source News of Bahrain
Daily Tribune
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
HM King Hamad Receives Deputy PM of Jordan Ayman Safadi
🇧🇭His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received Jordan's Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi at Al-Safriya Palace today, reaffirming the deep-rooted ties between Bahrain and Jordan. 📜 HM King Hamad conveyed his appreciation to HM King Abdullah II and praised Jordan's efforts in promoting Arab cooperation and peace across the region. 🌍 The two leaders discussed key regional developments and emphasized the importance of coordination in supporting stability and shared interests. 🤝Bahrain and Jordan continue to build a partnership rooted in mutual respect, history, and a united vision for peace. #NewsofBahrain #news #Bahrain #Jordan #HMKingHamad #KingAbdullahII #ArabUnity #MiddleEastPeace #ForeignAffairs #RegionalCooperation
Gulf Insider
25-03-2025
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain Enforces Cleanliness Law With Fines Up To BD 300
Authorities in Bahrain have reinforced strict regulations under Law No. 10 of 2019 concerning public cleanliness, imposing fines of up to BD 300 for violations. The law explicitly prohibits the following actions in public spaces: Spitting or expelling any chewed substance Littering, including cigarette butts and other waste Relieving oneself in unauthorized areas The legislation aims to enhance public hygiene and maintain a clean environment across the Kingdom. Officials have urged residents and visitors to adhere to the regulations, emphasizing that violations will result in financial penalties. Authorities continue to monitor public spaces to ensure compliance and encourage responsible behavior. Also read: LMRA Conducts 957 Inspection Campaigns And Visits Source News of Bahrain
