Cyberabad Police Arrest Two for Duping Investors with Fake Real Estate Promises
Two individuals, J Chandrashekar and Jullapalli Sunitha, were arrested by the Cyberabad police for allegedly cheating people out of several crore rupees on the pretext of investing in real estate.
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According to the police, Chandrashekar and Sunitha had founded a company called Amacon Developers in Madhapur, which they used as a front to collect huge sums of money from unsuspecting investors. The pair had assured their victims of substantial returns within a short period, but ultimately defaulted on their promises.
To lend credibility to their scheme, the duo had even entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the investors and claimed to possess 33 guntas of land in Chevella village. However, their ruse was eventually exposed, and the police were notified.
Following a complaint, the police registered a case against the duo and took them into custody. The arrests serve as a warning to those who would seek to exploit innocent investors with false promises of easy wealth.
The incident highlights the importance of exercising caution when dealing with investment opportunities, especially those that seem too good to be true. It also underscores the need for regulatory bodies to remain vigilant and take swift action against fraudulent activities.
As the authorities continue to investigate this case, it remains to be seen how many more victims will come forward and what further action will be taken against the accused.
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The Cyberabad police have been actively working to curb financial crimes in the region, and this arrest is the latest in a series of efforts to protect citizens from fraudulent activities.
Amacon Developers is a private company that was allegedly used by the accused to perpetrate their fraudulent activities. The company is not affiliated with any reputable real estate developers in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the modus operandi of the accused?
The accused promised unusually high returns on investments in real estate and collected huge sums of money from unsuspecting investors.
How did the police catch the accused?
The police registered a case against the duo following a complaint from one of the victims.
What is Amacon Developers?
Amacon Developers is a private company that was allegedly used by the accused to perpetrate their fraudulent activities.
How many people were affected by the scam?
The exact number of victims is not known, but the police are investigating the case and more victims are expected to come forward.
What is the next course of action in the case?
The police are continuing to investigate the case and will take further action against the accused as needed.
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