Man Deceived of Rs 2.71 Crore for False Government Job Offer in Navi Mumbai; 3 Arrested
Three members of a family have been arrested for allegedly duping an unemployed man from Navi Mumbai of Rs 2.71 crore under the false promise of a government job. The suspects used fake job offer letters and forged documents to gain the victim's trust.
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The suspects approached the victim in April 2023, claiming they had connections that could land him a job in government organizations such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Maharashtra Transport Department. To gain his trust, they produced fabricated job offer letters and joining letters bearing fake rubber stamps.
The victim, desperate for employment, ended up paying a total of Rs 2,71,50,000 to the accused over 16 months. After realizing he had been cheated, the victim filed a complaint with the police. On Tuesday, the police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). No arrests have been made yet, and the investigation is ongoing.
The Navi Mumbai police are taking the case seriously and are conducting a thorough investigation to bring all those involved to justice. The suspects are believed to have used their family connections and fabricated documents to carry out the fraud, highlighting the increasing prevalence of such scams in the region.
In a related incident, the police also arrested two individuals for allegedly duping a businessman of nearly Rs 18 crore by illegally selling him land owned by the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO). The Navi Mumbai police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) arrested the two accused on charges of cheating, forgery, and criminal conspiracy. The role of some officials from CIDCO and the revenue department is also under scrutiny.
During the investigation, it was discovered that the accused had already received compensation for the property from CIDCO but later forged property documents to sell the same plot to the unsuspecting businessman. The police are also searching for other associates involved in the fraud. The businessman filed a complaint last year, alleging he was lured into investing in the land with forged NOCs (no objection certificates) and fraudulent property documents.
These cases highlight the need for increased vigilance and awareness among the public to prevent falling victim to such scams. Both the police and local authorities are working to strengthen measures to combat such fraudulent activities in Navi Mumbai.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money was the unemployed man duped of?
The unemployed man was duped of Rs 2.71 crore by the suspects.
When did the suspects first approach the victim?
The suspects first approached the victim in April 2023.
What kind of documents did the suspects use to gain the victim's trust?
The suspects used fabricated job offer letters and joining letters of the RBI and Maharashtra Transport Department, bearing fake rubber stamps.
Which sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita were the suspects booked under?
The suspects were booked under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS).
What is the current status of the investigation?
No arrests have been made yet, and the investigation is ongoing.
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