Nagpur: Nagpur Police, unit three of the Crime Branch, has apprehended a gang involved in producing counterfeit notes amounting to several lakhs, allegedly being used to deceive unsuspecting women. The arrest was made after the suspected individuals emotionally manipulated and extorted a substantial amount of Rs. 2,10,000 from their victim.
The incident, deemed significant, gained police attention, prompting an extensive investigation into the suspects. The police acted promptly, detaining the individuals involved and subsequently taking them into custody in Delhi.
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Tuesday 05 Nov. 2024
Sanjay Ramlal Solanki (27) from R.K. Puram, Shiv Vihar, North Delhi, and Govind Ukaram Rathod (49) from Raghuvir Nagar, North Delhi, were the apprehended suspects. The victim, Damyanti Samsher Bahadur Singh (69), a resident of Giripeth, had stepped out of her home during the evening on January 18 to fix her gas stove. During her outing, she encountered two unfamiliar persons who gained her trust by claiming to be associated with nearby charitable eateries.
Following this encounter, one of the suspects handed Damyanti a bundle of fake notes amounting to five lakhs and proceeded to remove her gold bangles and lockets, valued at a total of Rs. 2,20,000. After leaving the fake notes, the suspects fled the scene, leaving Damyanti in shock. Realizing the gravity of the situation, she immediately reported the incident to the police, leading to a swift response.
Upon receiving Damyanti’s complaint, the police initiated an investigation, focusing on the suspects’ whereabouts. The search extended to the surrounding areas and eventually led to the arrest of both individuals. Subsequent interrogation revealed their involvement in the scam, leading to the recovery of Damyanti’s belongings, including gold bangles, lockets, two mobile phones, and a sum of Rs. 49,000 in genuine currency, totaling Rs. 2,16,000.
The police have charged the accused with various offenses, and they are now in custody awaiting legal proceedings. This incident highlights the need for heightened awareness and vigilance among the public to prevent falling victim to such scams. The police commend the prompt reporting of Damyanti, as it played a crucial role in the swift resolution of the case.
