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5,950 cab charge for a 285 trip? Bengaluru user flags 'new scam by cab drivers'

Bangalore Ola Driver Scam: A Bengaluru commuter reported a cab driver attempted to charge 5,950 for a 285 Ola ride, demanding payment via a personal device. The situation escalated with aggressive behavior and a language barrier, only defusing when the passenger's landlord intervened. The driver fled before reaching the police station.

19 Mar 2026 4:44 pm