Hibox Mystery Box Scam: 30,000 Cheated Through App Promoted by Elvish Yadav and Other Influencers
In the fast-growing world of e-commerce, many new shopping experiences have emerged, including mystery box shopping. This concept, where customers buy surprise items without knowing what's inside, has gained popularity. However, not all apps offering this are trustworthy. The latest case involves the Hibox Mystery Box Scam, where around 30,000 people were reportedly cheated through the app, which was promoted by several social media influencers.
Delhi Police Uncover Hibox Scam
The IFSO Special Cell of Delhi Police has revealed a massive scam linked to the Hibox app, which promised users a mix of mystery box shopping and investment returns. The police stated that a syndicate behind the app tricked thousands of people by promising guaranteed profits.
"A syndicate duping around 30,000 people on the pretext of providing a guaranteed return in the name of investment in the application 'Hibox' was busted by IFSO unit, Special Cell," said a police official.
A syndicate duping around 30,000 people on the pretext of providing a guaranteed return in the name of investment in application 'Hibox' was busted by IFSO unit, Special Cell. Many victims were drawn in through the promotion of the app by popular social media influencers and…
— ANI (@ANI) October 3, 2024
Influencers Involved in Promotion
What made the Hibox Mystery Box Scam even more surprising was the involvement of popular social media influencers and YouTubers in promoting the app. The Delhi Police sent summons to several influencers, including Elvish Yadav, Abhishek Malhan, Lakshay Choudhary, Purav Jha, and comedian Bharti Singh, asking them to join the investigation. These influencers had endorsed the app on their platforms, leading many of their followers to trust and use it.
What Is the Hibox App?
Hibox claimed to offer users the excitement of mystery box shopping, where people purchase items without knowing what they are getting until the package arrives. In addition, the app attracted users by promising them guaranteed returns on investments. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a scam, as people did not receive the promised returns, and many lost their money.
The Rise of Mystery Box Shopping
The idea of mystery box shopping has been around for a long time, similar to lucky dips or grab bags, where buyers enjoy the surprise element. However, in the case of the Hibox Mystery Box Scam, this concept was used to mislead and cheat people.
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