Doctor's tale of deception: Conman patient pays with fake Rs 500 note, turns into fun memory
PTC News Desk: Dr. Manan Vora, an orthopedic surgeon and health content creator, recently took to social media to share an incident where he was "conned" by one of his patients with a fake Rs 500 note. The doctor, who shared the story on Meta's Threads platform, expressed disbelief and amusement over the incident.
According to Dr. Vora, the patient made a cash payment for a consultation using the counterfeit note. The receptionist, not suspecting anything amiss, didn't check the note thoroughly.
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The doctor acknowledged the audacity of the person who went to such lengths to deceive even a medical professional. Despite realising that he had been cheated out of Rs 500, Dr. Vora chose to see the humorous side of the incident, considering it a "fun memory."
Dr. Vora shared a photo of the fake note, which bore the text "For project school use only." The post garnered numerous likes and comments from users on the platform, who found the situation both intriguing and amusing.
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Some users commented on the creativity involved in crafting the counterfeit note, while others expressed empathy for the doctor's experience, noting that similar incidents had happened to them as well. The post sparked discussions on the influence of popular media and the phenomenon of demonetisation.
Post by @dr.mananvoraView on Threads
While Dr. Vora laughed off the incident, it serves as a reminder to remain vigilant and cautious while handling cash transactions. The incident highlights the need for individuals and businesses to be vigilant in verifying the authenticity of banknotes to prevent falling victim to such scams.
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- With inputs from agencies
