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Online Date Turns Into Robbery | Toronto News
Online dating just got dangerous in Brampton — police are warning victims after a chilling scam where meetups turned into armed robberies. One person lost $6,000 after being threatened in a basement apartment near Torbram Road and Peter Robertson Boulevard. The scammer, posing as “Manisha Sharma,” lured the victim into a staged encounter where a second suspect demanded cash via e-transfer. Two suspects — 35-year-old Harwinder Singh and 23-year-old Riya Riya — have been arrested on charges including robbery, extortion, and threats. Authorities urge anyone who’s ever met someone online and felt…
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