Thane: Social Media Influencer Arrested for Defrauding Woman of ₹93 Lakh
A social media influencer from Thane has been arrested for allegedly cheating a 30-year-old architect out of ₹93 lakh by promising to marry her. The police seized 1.25 kg of gold, ₹51 lakh in cash, and other valuable items from his residence.
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During the arrest, the police seized items including 1.25 kg of gold, ₹51 lakh in cash, four high-end mobile phones, and a BMW car from his residence. Dombivali ACP Suhas Hemade, while speaking to ANI, stated that the accused used to befriend girls through social media under the pretext of marriage. The complainant, a 30-year-old architect from Dombivli, was also trapped in the same way.
The incident came to light when the victim approached the police, saying that she had been cheated. She met Ramgude in September 2024 on a dating app, where he claimed to be a successful model. He slowly built a relationship with her and later proposed marriage. Then, in August this year, he claimed that the Enforcement Directorate had raided his home and taken 2 kg of gold and ₹1 crore. In order to resolve the issue, he asked the woman for money, and she ended up transferring more than ₹93 lakh to him in several payments. After receiving the money, he stopped contacting her, and she was unable to get it back.
According to the Hindustan Times report, Ramgude was already facing two similar cheating cases registered at Thane's Kapurbawdi police station. He had defrauded two other victims of ₹43 lakh and ₹19 lakh. For these cases, he was out on bail.
The police have urged other potential victims to come forward and report any similar incidents. This case highlights the dangers of online relationships and the importance of verifying the identity and intentions of individuals met through social media platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested in Thane for defrauding a woman?
Shailesh Ramgude, a social media influencer, was arrested for defrauding a 30-year-old architect of ₹93 lakh.
What items were seized by the police during the arrest?
The police seized 1.25 kg of gold, ₹51 lakh in cash, four high-end mobile phones, and a BMW car from the accused's residence.
How did the influencer dupe the victim?
He befriended the victim on a dating app, built a relationship, and proposed marriage. Later, he claimed that the Enforcement Directorate had raided his home and needed money to resolve the issue, leading the victim to transfer ₹93 lakh to him.
What other cases was the accused involved in?
The accused was already facing two similar cheating cases registered at Thane's Kapurbawdi police station, where he had defrauded two other victims of ₹43 lakh and ₹19 lakh.
What advice do the police have for potential victims?
The police have urged other potential victims to come forward and report any similar incidents and to be cautious of online relationships, verifying the identity and intentions of individuals met through social media platforms.
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