Bengaluru Customer Escapes Scam by Impostor Flipkart Delivery Agent—Here’s What Unfolded Next
In a startling incident, a Bengaluru resident narrowly escaped a scam when a fake Flipkart delivery agent attempted to deceive him by delivering a package purportedly containing an iPhone 15. The incident unfolded when the resident’s sister ordered the phone through Flipkart and opted for open-box delivery, which allows customers to inspect items before acceptance.
In a startling incident, a Bengaluru resident narrowly escaped a scam when a fake Flipkart delivery agent attempted to deceive him by delivering a package purportedly containing an iPhone 15. The incident unfolded when the resident’s sister ordered the phone through Flipkart and opted for open-box delivery, which allows customers to inspect items before acceptance.
According to a post shared on Reddit, the fake delivery agent arrived at the resident’s home with a large, sealed box and insisted that the package could not be opened for inspection. This raised immediate suspicions. The resident, sensing something was amiss, began filming the interaction, documenting the agent’s refusal to comply with the open-box policy.
“I refused to accept the package because he called some random people who said there is no facility like that,” the resident recounted in his post. He later confirmed the order status on Flipkart’s website and reached out to customer support to report the suspicious activity.
Just minutes after the fake agent left, the official Flipkart delivery executive arrived with the actual iPhone 15 in a smaller package, ready to comply with the open-box delivery request. The resident noted the relief he felt upon receiving the correct package, stating, “We got the product because I recorded everything; otherwise, I am sure he would have given me some random package.”
The post quickly gained traction, garnering hundreds of views and sparking a discussion among users who shared similar experiences with online delivery scams. Many praised the resident’s quick thinking and urged others to remain vigilant when receiving packages, especially high-value items.
One user commented, “It’s really hard to trust Flipkart now. Their association with an insane amount of scammers in all delivery pipelines is really scary.” Another added, “Kudos to your presence of mind; I keep telling anyone that as soon as something suspicious happens, pull out your phone and start recording.”
This incident serves as a crucial reminder for consumers to verify delivery details with online marketplaces, opt for open-box delivery when possible, and inspect packages thoroughly before acceptance to prevent falling victim to scams.
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