Indian-Origin Couple Arrested for $4 Million Real Estate Fraud in Texas
A glamorous Indian-origin couple, Sidhartha Mukherjee and his wife Sunita, have been arrested in Texas for defrauding 100 investors of $4 million through a fake real estate investment scheme.
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The US authorities accused Sidhartha 'Sammy' Mukherjee and his wife Sunita of defrauding 100 investors of $4 million (₹33 crore) after convincing them to invest in real estate projects that never existed. The Mukherjees, once prominent figures of the Indian-American community in Plano, Texas, have been accused of running fraudulent operations, which involved real estate deals, forged documents, and the misuse of pandemic relief funds.
The couple gained fame in the American state because of their glamorous life, Bollywood-style performances, and high-society cultural events. However, behind their charm in social circles lay a web of fake investment schemes, defrauded customers, and unfulfilled 'high returns.' Terry Parvaga, a victim of the alleged fraud, told CBS News, 'They will make you believe that they are very successful businesspeople. But they will take every single penny you have.'
The victims were lured into real estate deals and promised high returns. The investors didn't realize the fraud until the dividend cheques started to bounce. The probe into the scam run by the Mukherjees began around two years ago after several victims complained of investment fraud. However, the complaints were initially dismissed as civil disputes.
Euless Police Detective Brian Brennan began the investigation after a couple claimed to have lost $325,000 in the investment scheme. The couple was arrested in June and charged with first-degree felony theft. The Mukherjees used to provide investors with copies of what appeared to be remodeling contracts and invoices from the Dallas Housing Authority, according to CBS News. Using the forged documents, the investors were lured into the lucrative remodeling projects.
However, when Detective Brennan contacted the Dallas Housing Authority, it turned out that there were no such projects, and all the paperwork and invoices were forged. 'In (my) 23 years, (Sammy Mukherjee) is probably the most prolific fraudster I've seen,' Brennan told CBS News. The FBI also began investigating as the fraud began to unfold. The US agency said that 100 victims lost $4 million.
Sidhartha Mukherjee and Sunita Mukherjee could be sentenced to 99-year jail terms if the charges are proved. The two are currently being held at a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility. Responding to the allegations, the couple have denied any wrongdoings and claimed to be a victim of a coordinated effort by dozens of people to defame them.
Sidhartha 'Sammy' Mukherjee and Sunita Mukherjee are a famous couple in North Texas, known for their Bollywood-style singing and regular cultural parties. The couple, originally from India, came to the US after seeking asylum. The couple filed for bankruptcy in 2023, and the investigators are continuing to trace the missing money.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Sidhartha and Sunita Mukherjee?
Sidhartha 'Sammy' Mukherjee and Sunita Mukherjee are a famous Indian-origin couple in North Texas, known for their glamorous life, Bollywood-style performances, and high-society cultural events. They are accused of running a real estate fraud scheme.
How much money did the Mukherjees allegedly defraud?
The Mukherjees are accused of defrauding 100 investors of $4 million (₹33 crore) through a fake real estate investment scheme.
What were the promises made to the investors?
The Mukherjees promised high returns on real estate investments, luring victims with forged documents and fake remodeling contracts.
How did the investigation begin?
The investigation began around two years ago after several victims complained of investment fraud. Euless Police Detective Brian Brennan started the probe after a couple claimed to have lost $325,000.
What is the current status of the Mukherjees?
The Mukherjees are currently being held at a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility. They could face up to 99 years in jail if the charges are proved.
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