Victim Falls Prey to Deceptive Scheme Unraveled in Nigdi, Case Registered at Local Police Station
A distressing case of financial fraud has come to light in Nigdi, where a 49-year-old resident was duped of a staggering sum of Rs 35 lakh under the guise of purchasing shares. The fraudulent transaction unfolded between November 2023 and February 28, 2024, underscoring the sophistication of scams targeting unsuspecting individuals.
Aditya Tukaram Ranbhare, residing in Nigdi Pradhikaran, has taken legal action by filing a complaint at the Nigdi police station, leading to the registration of a case against the perpetrators identified as Aditya Patil, Manoj Kumar, and two other individuals allegedly involved in the scam.
According to the police investigation, the victim was lured into a WhatsApp group discussion centered around the purchase of shares. Operating under the guise of a legitimate investment opportunity, the group admin instructed the victim to proceed to the PT application and withdraw the specified amount by purportedly selling the shares.
Trusting the instructions provided within the group, the victim complied and initiated the withdrawal process. However, despite completing the transaction, the victim’s account failed to reflect the credited amount, signaling the deceptive nature of the scheme.
Efforts to contact the group admin proved futile, leaving the victim stranded with no recourse. Subsequent inquiries revealed that the victim had purchased shares amounting to Rs 35,40,310, yet the promised returns were never realized, resulting in substantial financial loss.
As investigations into the case continue, authorities are actively pursuing leads to apprehend the perpetrators and recover the defrauded funds. Instances of financial fraud serve as a stark reminder of the importance of exercising caution and due diligence when engaging in monetary transactions, especially in unfamiliar or online settings.
