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Shashi Naidoo explains how phone thieves wiped out more than R500k from her bank account: “Be safe”

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Shashi Naidoo explains how phone thieves wiped out more than R500k from her bank account: “Be safe”

  • Shashi Naidoo recently shared her traumatic experience of losing over R500,000 after her phone was stolen in South Africa
  • In a viral Instagram video, she explained that thieves emptied her savings and bond account with money from the recent sale of her home.
  • Fans and other celebrities expressed their condolences and filled her comments with supportive messages

South AfricaActress and TV presenter Shashi Naidoo has told how she fell victim to phone thieves in South Africa and warned others to take immediate action if they lose their devices.

Shashi Naidoo loses R500K
Shashi Naidoo warns fans after thieves stole R500K from her. Image: Oupa Bopape
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Shashi Naidoo loses revealed how she lost R500K

Shashi Naidoo had a terrible experience during her recent visit to South Africa. The Dubai-based media personality told how she lost more than half a million rand after she lost her phone.

Speaking in a viral Instagram video, Shashi warned her fans and followers about the dangers of losing a phone in South Africa. She said:

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“They emptied my savings account up to R500,000 on the credit card. I had an access bond so they took all the money from my bond and put it in my savings and spent it. As soon as I saw it I ran away from FNB , and they did the same on FNB. I recently sold my house.

Fans sympathize with Shashi Naidoo after her incident

The star’s comment section was full of heartwarming comments from fans and fellow celebs.

@ayandathabethe_ said:

“Geeeeee Shashi!!!!! Phew!! That’s so depressing, so sad and just so unfair! I’m sooooo sorry baby “

@londy_mazwide_eventdesigner responded:

“This country is a mess “

@knaomin added:

“I’m so sorry Sash, I remember how desperate you were. But I thank God you’re safe and hope he holds your hand through this. *Big Hug*”

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@omuhlegela said:

“Oh my god!!! I’m sorry to hear this. I hope by some miracle the banks can help with something. Sending you love “

DJ Zinhle’s team confirms she has been hacked

In the meantime, Short news previously reported that social media is no longer a safe place, especially for celebrities. Many stars have been revealed they have fallen prey to hackers who were given access to their various social media platforms.

Stars who have fallen prey to hackers include Jerusalema singer Nomcebo Zikode, actress Dawn Thandeka King, rapper Cassper Nyovestcontroversial media personality Zodwa Wabantu and most recently DJ Zinhle.

Source: Kort Nieuws