Aurangabad: Employee Steals Rs 21.59 Crore from Sports Complex, Funds Luxurious Lifestyle
In a shocking scam, a 21-year-old employee of the divisional sports complex in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Harshkumar Anil Kshirsagar, embezzled Rs 21.59 crore and went on a spending spree. He is still on the run, while his accomplices and girlfriend have
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The scam came to light a few days ago, and Harshkumar, who hails from Ambad, Jalna, and currently resides on Beed By-pass Road, remains at large.
His accomplices, Yashoda Shetty and her husband Jeevan Vinjada, have already been arrested by the police.
Additionally, Harshkumar’s girlfriend, Arpita Wadkar, was apprehended from the Koparkhairne area in Navi Mumbai on Saturday.
On Sunday, the police conducted extensive interrogations with Arpita at the police commissionerate.
The Chief Police Officer, Pravin Pawar, personally oversaw the inquiry.
It has been revealed that Harshkumar used the embezzled funds to purchase an ultra-luxurious flat worth Rs 1.5 crore in Arpita's name in a posh locality near the airport.
Another flat in her name was also purchased in the Aloknagar locality.
Despite hours of questioning, Arpita has not provided any crucial information to the police, leading them to consider extending her police custody.
Arpita, an athlete, comes from a simple family in Koparkhairne, Navi Mumbai.
She has three sisters, and her father is paralyzed.
She had been living with Harshkumar in the city for the past few months, and they met at the divisional sports complex in 2021.
Harshkumar, a contractual employee at the sports complex, orchestrated the fraud by sending a message to the bank to release funds in his name.
He cleverly altered just one letter of the official email ID of the divisional sports complex and sent a forged letter on the letterhead of the director.
With the stolen Rs 21.59 crore, he not only purchased luxurious flats but also bought expensive cars.
Officers from the divisional sports complex and the bank were also interrogated on Sunday to gather more details about the fraudulent activities.
The police are working tirelessly to track down Harshkumar and recover the stolen funds.
Information on the Divisional Sports Complex
The Divisional Sports Complex in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar is a prominent facility managed by the government to promote sports and physical fitness in the region.
It provides various sports facilities and training programs for athletes of all ages.
The complex is known for its commitment to nurturing young talent and has produced several notable athletes over the years.
FAQs
1.
Who is Harshkumar Anil Kshirsagar?
- Harshkumar Anil Kshirsagar is a 21-year-old former employee of the divisional sports complex in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Aurangabad.
He is the mastermind behind a Rs 21.59 crore embezzlement scam and is currently a fugitive.
2.
How did Harshkumar embezzle the funds?
- Harshkumar embezzled the funds by altering the official email ID of the divisional sports complex and sending a forged letter on the letterhead of the director to the bank, requesting the release of funds in his name.
3.
What did Harshkumar do with the stolen money?
- Harshkumar used the stolen Rs 21.59 crore to purchase luxurious flats in his girlfriend Arpita Wadkar's name and to buy expensive cars.
4.
Who are Arpita Wadkar and Yashoda Shetty?
- Arpita Wadkar is Harshkumar’s girlfriend, and Yashoda Shetty is one of his accomplices.
Both have been arrested in connection with the embezzlement case.
5.
What is the current status of the investigation?
- The police are still investigating the case and have questioned Arpita Wadkar, Yashoda Shetty, and her husband Jeevan Vinjada.
They are also considering extending Arpita’s police custody as she has not provided crucial information.
The search for Harshkumar is ongoing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Harshkumar Anil Kshirsagar?
Harshkumar Anil Kshirsagar is a 21-year-old former employee of the divisional sports complex in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Aurangabad. He is the mastermind behind a Rs 21.59 crore embezzlement scam and is currently a fugitive.
How did Harshkumar embezzle the funds?
Harshkumar embezzled the funds by altering the official email ID of the divisional sports complex and sending a forged letter on the letterhead of the director to the bank, requesting the release of funds in his name.
What did Harshkumar do with the stolen money?
Harshkumar used the stolen Rs 21.59 crore to purchase luxurious flats in his girlfriend Arpita Wadkar's name and to buy expensive cars.
Who are Arpita Wadkar and Yashoda Shetty?
Arpita Wadkar is Harshkumar’s girlfriend, and Yashoda Shetty is one of his accomplices. Both have been arrested in connection with the embezzlement case.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The police are still investigating the case and have questioned Arpita Wadkar, Yashoda Shetty, and her husband Jeevan Vinjada. They are also considering extending Arpita’s police custody as she has not provided crucial information. The search for Harshkumar is ongoing.
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