Cyber fraud-duped Khordha man attempts suicide

After falling prey to a cyber fraud, a man on Monday attempted self-immolation in front the Khordha Collector’s office by pouring kerosene on him seeking justice.

However, police personnel present at the spot rescued the man, identified as Brajabandhu Sahu of Talkoi village, after overpowering him. He was later taken to hospital for a checkup.During questioning, Sahu revealed that he was cheated of Rs 16.32 lakh by a fake company in August last year. A foreign website, Trade United Ltd, made a deal with him to supply wood to his saw mill. He provided his bank details to the website. The company later withdrew Rs 16.32 lakh from his bank account.