A shocking case of fraud involving the sale of low-priced diamonds at inflated prices has come to light in a renowned Tanishq showroom. A 46-year-old woman from Loni Kalbhor lodged a complaint with the Vishrambaug Police Station, alleging that she had been cheated of ₹3.48 crore. The Economic Offenses Wing (EoW) of Pune Police has taken swift action, arresting the chief salesman and filing charges against several individuals, including the showroom manager, cashier, business manager, and owner.
The Complaint and Arrests
The complainant, who owns a petrol pump and other businesses, revealed that she had been a regular customer at the Tanishq showroom on Lakshmi Road since December 2018. Over time, she had purchased diamond jewelry worth ₹4.19 crore from the showroom. During her recent visit in January 2023 to exchange the jewelry, she noticed discrepancies and attempted to discuss the matter with the staff. However, her attempts were met with resistance, and subsequent attempts to contact the showroom went unanswered.
Discovery of the Fraud
Determined to uncover the truth, the woman sought a second opinion and visited another Tanishq showroom. It was there that she learned that the diamond jewelry she had purchased was of significantly lower quality than claimed. She discovered that she had been sold cheap diamonds at exorbitant prices. The perpetrators had generated fake bills, stamped with Tanishq’s insignia, and provided false discounts, leading to a staggering loss of ₹3.48 crore, far exceeding the actual value of the jewelry.
Legal Actions and Ongoing Investigation
Following the complaint, Pune Police’s Economic Offenses Wing swiftly initiated an investigation into the matter. They arrested Chetan Vispute, the chief salesman, while also booking Sangeeta Mahajan, Tejal Pawar, Amol Mohite, Sagar Dhonde, Chandan Gupta, Dhawal Mehta, and showroom owner Hitesh Punamia.
Inspector Krishna Indalkar from the Pune Police Crime Branch is leading the investigation into this intricate case of fraud. The authorities are diligently examining the evidence, including the fake bills and testimonies of those involved, to ensure a fair and thorough investigation.
The shocking diamond fraud case involving the Tanishq showroom has raised concerns about the trustworthiness of high-value purchases and the need for stricter regulations in the jewelry industry. The arrest of the chief salesman and the subsequent filing of charges against multiple individuals associated with the showroom highlight the seriousness with which the authorities are addressing this issue. As the investigation progresses, it is crucial to uncover the full extent of the fraudulent activities and ensure that justice is served for the victim.
