Auto scam

Took an auto from passport office to home, auto fellow said meter is not running, since i knew how much it costs i told him and he agreed. half the way, he receives a call, and starts speaking with the other that he has money to get dialysis for his mother, but she didnt make it. He stops the vehicle, sheds a tear and then turns around to tell me. I know the language. I told him, then you need to go. He says yes. He has 1900 with him. I told him i will give what it took to get me midway. then he is like help me whatever you can. I told him i need money for the rest of the trip and walked away. Took another auto and that fellow also says meter is not running. I agreed to pay him extra and thankfully he completed the trip. So, fellow bangaloreans, beware of this scam. I am pretty sure it was.