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Scammers trick older people into leaving gold in forests, public places; should you be worried? Here’s how to stay safe

Published 25 Oct 2026, 12:13 IST

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Scammers are persuading people, often older adults, to buy gold and leave it outside for collection, promising safe storage and high returns. 

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