Delhi Man Outwits Scammer with ChatGPT, Forces Apology with High-Tech Sting
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A resourceful Delhi resident employed the power of artificial intelligence to track down a scammer who had been impersonating a college senior. The scammer, who claimed to be transferring as a CRPF officer and selling discounted goods, was caught off guard when the man used ChatGPT to create a fake payment portal that captured the scammer's location, IP address, and front camera image. According to a Reddit post detailing the ordeal, the scammer initially contacted the man on Facebook, using a convincing story to demand money via a QR code. However, the man's suspicions were raised when the scammer switched to urgent language once payment was mentioned. Armed with ChatGPT, the man created a legitimate-looking payment portal that was designed to capture the scammer's geolocation and camera image. He sent the scammer a link to the tracker page, telling him it would 'expedite the payment process.' The scammer, unaware of the trap, clicked on the link, revealing his exact location, IP address, and a clear front camera image. The man then sent the scammer his own picture and location details, prompting the scammer to call multiple times, begging for forgiveness. In a series of screenshots shared on Reddit, the scammer was seen pleading, promising to abandon his scamming activities and asking for forgiveness. While acknowledging that the scammer would likely return to his old ways, the man expressed satisfaction at having outwitted the scammer and forced an apology. The incident highlights the innovative use of AI in tracking down scammers and the importance of remaining vigilant against online threats.
