Timeline India

Category: Fraud

Fraud cases include deceitful practices such as financial scams, identity theft, online fraud, deceptive loan apps, and malicious APKs, which are increasingly prevalent. This category offers legal updates, prevention tips, and insights into protecting against these growing threats.”

  • Kundapura: Mobile Hacked, Rs 1.27 Lakh Transferred from Bank Account; Case Registered

    Kundapura, September 19, 2025 – A case of cyber fraud has been registered at Kollur Police Station after a mobile phone was hacked, leading to the unauthorized transfer of Rs 1.27 lakh from a bank account. The victim, Arun Kumar Shetty from Vandse, discovered the theft upon checking his account following a suspicious call.

    On September 17, Arun received a call from an individual named Rahul, who spoke in Hindi and prompted him to cut the call, citing a “wrong number.” Shortly after, an OTP message arrived on his phone. Suspicious, Arun checked his SDCC Bank account—linked to his mobile—and found only Rs 54 remaining, with Rs 1.26 lakh transferred to another account.

    After reporting the incident via the 1930 helpline, Rs 27,000 was reversed to his account. In his complaint, Arun alleged that Rahul, calling from 90080*****, hacked his phone and siphoned off Rs 1 lakh from his father’s linked account through deception.

    The case has been registered at Kollur Police Station based on Arun’s complaint,

  • Udupi Police Bust Two Online Trading Scams, Arrest Six, Recover ₹6 Lakh

    Udupi, September 5, 2025: In a major crackdown on cybercrime, Udupi District Police have dismantled two sophisticated online trading scams, arresting six suspects and recovering ₹6 lakh in cash along with multiple mobile phones used to deceive investors. The operations, led by a specialized team under Inspector Ramachandra Nayak, highlight the increasing prevalence of frauds exploiting fake trading platforms and social media networks.

    Case 1: Telegram-Based Stock Market Scam

    Teertharaj Shenoy (51) from Perampalli Ambagilu, Udupi, lost ₹44 lakh between December 19, 2024, and January 7, 2025, after being lured into fake Telegram groups named Capital Gains Crew and Fidility Institutional Partners F-101. Scammers promised high stock market returns, prompting Shenoy to transfer funds from his and his mother’s accounts. When no returns materialized, he reported the fraud to the Udupi Cyber Economic and Narcotics (CEN) Police.

    Acting on directives from Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar, IPS, Additional SP Sudhakar Nayak, and DySP Dr. Harsha Priyamvada, IPS, the police apprehended Shoeb Ahmed (28) and Muddasir Ahmed (40), both from Rahmat Mohalla, Hunsur, Mysuru district. Authorities seized ₹2 lakh in cash and incriminating mobile devices, while other suspects remain at large.

    Case 2: Facebook-Linked Gold Trading Fraud

    In a separate case, Jossy Ravindra D’Cruz (54) from Shankarpura, Kapu, was defrauded of ₹75 lakh after connecting with a woman named Arohi Agarwal on Facebook in February 2025. She persuaded him via WhatsApp to invest in FXCM Gold Trading, promising substantial returns. D’Cruz transferred the amount in multiple installments before realizing he was scammed.

    A special police team arrested four individuals: Mohammed Kais (20) from Prem Nagar, Kodikere village, Surathkal; Ahmed Anveez (20) from Manjatota, Hejamadi; Safwan (30); and Taseer (31), both from Bantwal taluk. The police recovered ₹4 lakh in cash and mobile phones used in the fraud. The masterminds behind this scam are still absconding.

    Police Advisory

    These arrests underscore the growing threat of online trading scams exploiting social media and messaging platforms. The Udupi District Police urge the public to:

    • Verify platforms before investing, ensuring they are registered with RBI/SEBI.
    • Avoid sharing sensitive information like bank details or OTPs.
    • Report suspicious activities immediately to the Cybercrime Helpline: 1930 or https://cybercrime.gov.in.

  • Udupi Man Loses ₹1.32 Crore in Online Investment Scam

    Udupi, September 4, 2025: Henry D. Almeida (69), a resident of Udupi, has fallen victim to an online investment scam, losing a staggering ₹1,32,90,000 between July 22, 2025, and September 1, 2025. The scam began when Almeida came across an investment trading advertisement on Facebook on July 19, 2025. Clicking the ad led him to a website, in.*******-***.*om, and he subsequently received messages on WhatsApp urging him to invest in trading.

    A person identifying themselves as Ankita Ghosh contacted Almeida, providing information about investment opportunities and adding him to a 725 B*B C**S WhatsApp group. The group contained messages from various numbers promising high returns on investments. Trusting these claims, Almeida contacted the 725 B*B C**S customer care service via WhatsApp, where he was provided with multiple bank account details for transferring funds.

    Over the period from July 22, 2025, to September 1, 2025, Almeida transferred a total of ₹1,32,90,000 in phases to the provided accounts, believing he would receive profits. However, neither the invested amount nor any returns were provided, and Almeida realized he had been deceived, resulting in significant financial loss.

    The Udupi CEN (Cyber, Economic, and Narcotics) Crime Police Station has registered a case under Crime No. 46/2025, invoking Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for cheating and identity theft through digital means. The police are investigating the incident.

  • Udupi: Cyber Fraudster Dupes Woman of ₹47,191.50 Posing as Nykaa Representative

    Udupi, August 25, 2025: Jaheen Ayesha, a 27-year-old resident of Udupi, fell victim to a cyber fraud on August 21, 2025, losing ₹47,191.50 to an unidentified individual who contacted her at 4:30 PM. The caller, claiming to be from Nykaa, an online shopping company, informed her that her order was stalled due to an incorrect PIN code and urged her to make an advance payment to activate it, promising a refund. Trusting the caller, Jaheen transferred the amount to the provided bank account. When no refund was received, she realized she had been scammed.

    A case was registered at Udupi Town Police Station under Crime No. 158/2025, invoking Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 for cheating (punishable by up to seven years imprisonment) and Section 66(D) of the Information Technology Act, 2000, for cheating by personation using a computer resource (punishable by up to seven years and a fine).

  • Byndoor: Nagoor man Loses ₹10.15 Lakh in Online Share Trading Scam

    yndoor, August 12, 2025 – A resident of Nagoor in Kirimanjeshwara, Altaf Husen (42), fell victim to an online share trading scam, losing ₹10.15 lakh, according to a complaint filed at Byndoor police station. The case was registered under sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and sections 318(2) and 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) as Crime No. 148/2025.

    On July 5, 2025, at around 10 AM, Altaf clicked a link on his Facebook account that added him to a WhatsApp group named ‘Next ***** Technology.’ In the group, a woman named Parinithi Jain (mobile: 94152*****) claimed to represent Next ******** Technology Pvt Ltd and provided share market information. Another member, Anup Tiwari (mobile: 82805*****), shared daily stock updates. On July 10, Parinithi sent Altaf a link to ‘sto***.ux***.com,’ along with login credentials to register an account.

    Trusting the company, Altaf transferred a total of ₹10.15 lakh via PhonePe and UPI to various bank accounts provided by the accused for purchasing shares and IPOs. On August 5, the website displayed his investment and profits totaling ₹75.42 lakh. However, when he attempted to withdraw the amount, his account was blocked. Parinithi informed him that a 20% commission was required, but even after requesting the remaining amount post-commission, the accused refused to comply.

    Suspecting foul play, Altaf visited the supposed company address in Bengaluru, only to discover no such company existed. Realizing he had been scammed, he filed a complaint with the Byndoor police.

    This incident highlights the growing threat of online share trading frauds, with scammers using social media and fake websites to exploit victims. Police are investigating, and the public is urged to verify the legitimacy of investment platforms before transferring funds.

  • Udupi District Police Launch Cybercrime Awareness Campaign

    Udupi, August 12, 2025: The Udupi District Police have initiated a robust campaign to raise awareness about cybercrimes and urge the public to exercise caution against rising digital frauds. The police have highlighted various methods used by cybercriminals, including digital arrest scams, fake share market trading apps, online job scams, bogus customer care services, fraudulent loan apps, gift and lottery scams, and APK file frauds.

    Common Cybercrime Tactics

    1. Digital Arrest Scams: Fraudsters impersonate officials from agencies like the CBI, Customs, or Police, contacting victims via phone or video calls. They claim illegal items like drugs, fake passports, or SIM cards linked to the victim’s name were found in a courier at an airport, using uniforms in video calls to extort money. Legitimate police do not conduct investigations via such calls.
    2. Fake Share Market and Trading Apps: Scammers lure victims with unregistered apps lacking RBI/SEBI approval through WhatsApp or Telegram groups, encouraging downloads and transfers to multiple bank accounts, leading to financial losses.
    3. Online Job Scams: Fraudsters offer small tasks with minimal payments to gain trust, then pressure victims to invest large sums, ultimately stealing their money.
    4. Fake Customer Care Numbers: Victims searching for customer care numbers for apps like Google Pay or PhonePe are tricked into calling fake numbers found online, where scammers request links, UPI PINs, or messages to steal funds. Genuine customer care services do not ask for such details.
    5. Fraudulent Loan Apps: Scammers promise low-interest loans but demand upfront payments. If refused, they threaten to manipulate victims’ photos and share them on social media. These apps lack government authorization.
    6. OLX and Similar Platform Scams: Fraudsters pose as Indian Army personnel, offering vehicles at low prices on platforms like OLX or Quikr, demanding advance payments and claiming vehicles are at undisclosed locations.
    7. Gift and Lottery Scams: Victims are misled with promises of winning gifts or lotteries via social media, asked to pay advance fees, leading to financial fraud.
    8. APK File Fraud: Scammers send APK files under schemes like PM Kisan, Arogya Bhagy, or banking services via WhatsApp, misusing apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Flipkart to steal personal data.
    9. Fake Online Gaming Apps: Promoted through celebrity ads or platforms like YouTube and TikTok, these apps entice victims with quick earnings, pressuring investments and freezing bank accounts.
    10. Other Methods:
      • Unknown Links: Clicking suspicious links leads to theft of personal information.
      • Fake Ads: Attractive offers on social media result in financial scams.
      • Courier/Lottery Scams: Fraudsters claim victims won prizes via courier, demanding advance payments.
      • Fake Helplines: Fake customer service numbers or emails found on Google steal sensitive data.
      • Mobile/Laptop Misuse: Sharing devices with strangers or charging at public places like railway or bus stations risks data leaks.
      • KYC Update Scams: Fraudsters posing as bank officials request ATM/credit card details for KYC updates, leading to unauthorized transactions.
      • Electricity Bill Scams: Fake apps for bill payments steal bank details.
      • Enticing Messages: Alluring messages from unknown sources lead to financial losses.
      • Social Media Friendships: Fake friendships on platforms like Facebook or Instagram are used to extract personal information.
      • ATM/Credit Card Scams: Fraudsters posing as bank managers request card details for activation or renewal, leading to theft.

    Police Advisory

    The Udupi District Police have issued the following precautions:

    • Do not click on unknown links or engage with suspicious messages.
    • Avoid falling for fake advertisements promising unrealistic returns.
    • Protect personal information in public places to prevent data leaks.
    • Report cybercrime immediately by calling the Cybercrime Helpline: 1930, filing a complaint at https://cybercrime.gov.in, or visiting the nearest police station.
    • Emergency Police Helpline: 112.

    The police urge residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly to curb the rising tide of cybercrimes in the region.

  • Udupi Police Launch Cybercrime Awareness Campaign to Combat Digital Scams

    Udupi, August 12, 2025 – In response to a surge in cybercrimes, Udupi district police have initiated a comprehensive awareness campaign to educate the public about various digital scams and frauds. The initiative aims to curb fraudulent activities such as digital arrests, fake share market apps, online job scams, fraudulent customer care numbers, loan app frauds, gift and lottery scams, and APK file-based frauds.

    Common Cybercrime Tactics

    1. Digital Arrests: Scammers impersonate officials from agencies like CBI, Customs, or police, contacting victims via phone or video calls. They intimidate victims by claiming illegal items like drugs or fake passports were found in a courier under their name, demanding money to resolve the issue. Police clarify that legitimate authorities do not conduct investigations via such calls.
    2. Fake Share Market and Trading Apps: Fraudsters lure victims into investing through unregistered apps not recognized by RBI or SEBI. Using WhatsApp or Telegram groups, they trick users into downloading fake apps and transferring money to multiple bank accounts.
    3. Online Job Scams: Scammers offer small payments for minor tasks to build trust, then pressure victims to invest larger sums, leading to financial losses.
    4. Fake Customer Care Numbers: Fraudulent customer care numbers found on Google for apps like Google Pay or PhonePe trick users into sharing UPI pins or clicking malicious links, resulting in theft. Genuine customer care services do not request such information.
    5. Fake Loan Apps: Scammers promise low-interest loans but demand advance payments. If refused, they threaten to misuse victims’ photos on social media. These institutes lack government authorization.
    6. OLX Fraud: Scammers pose as Indian Army personnel, offering vehicles at low prices on platforms like OLX or Quikr. They demand advance payments and claim vehicles are at undisclosed locations, only to disappear after receiving funds.
    7. Gift and Lottery Scams: Fraudsters entice victims with fake gift or lottery winnings, demanding advance payments to claim prizes.
    8. APK File Fraud: Scammers send malicious APK files via WhatsApp, disguised as legitimate apps like PM Kisan, Arogya Bhagya, or banking services, to steal personal information.
    9. Fake Online Gaming Apps: Promoted through celebrity ads or platforms like YouTube and TikTok, these apps promise quick earnings but lead to financial losses and frozen bank accounts.

    Other Methods Used by Cybercriminals

    • Suspicious Links: Clicking unknown links can lead to data theft and financial fraud.
    • Fake Advertisements: Social media ads with enticing offers are used to steal money.
    • Courier/Lottery Scams: Fraudsters claim victims have won cash or gifts via courier, demanding advance payments.
    • Fake Helplines: Scammers exploit Google-listed helpline numbers or emails to steal information.
    • Device Misuse: Sharing phones or laptops with strangers or charging at public stations risks data leaks.
    • KYC Update Scams: Fake calls or messages requesting ATM or credit card details for KYC updates lead to theft.
    • Electricity Bill Fraud: Fake apps for bill payments steal banking details.
    • Attractive Messages: Tempting messages from unknown sources lead to financial losses.
    • Social Media Friendship Scams: Fraudsters build relationships on platforms like Facebook or Instagram to steal data.
    • ATM/Credit Card Fraud: Scammers posing as bank officials request card details for supposed renewals or activations.

    Police Recommendations

    • Avoid clicking on unknown links.
    • Be cautious of fake advertisements and offers.
    • Protect personal information in public spaces.
    • Report suspected cybercrimes immediately to the cybercrime helpline (1930), file complaints at https://cybercrime.gov.in, or visit the nearest police station.
    • Emergency helplines: Cybercrime – 1930, Police – 112.

    Udupi police urge residents to stay vigilant and verify information to safeguard against the growing threat of cybercrimes.

  • ಕಾರ್ಕಳ ಪರಶುರಾಮ ಮೂರ್ತಿ ಕಂಚಿನದ್ದಲ್ಲ: ತನಿಖೆಯಿಂದ ಸಾಬೀತು

    ಉಡುಪಿ, ಜುಲೈ 14, 2025: ಕಾರ್ಕಳ ತಾಲೂಕಿನ ಉಮ್ಮಿಕಲ್ ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಪರಶು ರಾಮ್ ಥೀಮ್ ಪಾರ್ಕ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಶಿಲ್ಪಿಕೃಷ್ಣ ನಾಯ್ಕ ಹಿತ್ತಾಳೆಯಿಂದ ಪರಶು ರಾಮ ಮೂರ್ತಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಿರುವುದೇ ಹೊರತು ಕಂಚಿನಿಂದ ಅಲ್ಲ ಎಂಬುದು ತಜ್ಞರ ಪರಿಶೀಲನಾ ವರದಿ ಹಾಗೂ ತನಿಖೆಯಿಂದ ಸಾಬೀತಾಗಿದೆ.

    ಶಿಲ್ಪಿ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ನಾಯಕ್ ಕ್ರಿಶ್ ಆರ್ಟ್ ವರ್ಲ್ಡ್ ಎಂಬ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ಪರಶುರಾಮ್ ಥೀಮ್ ಪಾರ್ಕ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಚಿನ ಪರಶುರಾಮ್ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸಲು ಉಡುಪಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿತಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರದಿಂದ ಹಣ ಪಡೆದು ಕೊಂಡು ಕಾಮಗಾರಿ ನಡೆಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದು, ನಂತರ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ನಾಯ್ಕ ಕಂಚಿನ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಮಾಡದೇ ನಕಲಿ ಪರಶುರಾಮ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ನಿರ್ಮಿಸಿ ಸರಕಾರಕ್ಕೆ ವಂಚನೆ ಮಾಡಿರುವುದಾಗಿ 2024ರ ಜೂ.21ರಂದು ಕಾರ್ಕಳದ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ಶೆಟ್ಟಿ ನೀಡಿದ ದೂರಿನಂತೆ ಕಾರ್ಕಳ ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಠಾಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಕರಣ ದಾಖಲಾಗಿತ್ತು.

    ಈ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ತನಿಖೆ ನಡೆಸಿದ್ದು, ಶಿಲ್ಪಿಕೃಷ್ಣ ನಾಯ್ಕ ಕಂಚಿನ ಲೋಹದಿಂದ ಪರಶುರಾಮ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯ ಬದಲು ಹಿತ್ತಾಳೆ ಲೋಹದಿಂದ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ ಮಾಡಿರುವುದು ತಜ್ಞರ ಪರಿಶೀಲನಾ ವರದಿ ಹಾಗೂ ತನಿಖೆಯಿಂದ ಸಾಬೀತಾಗಿದೆ. ಅದೇ ರೀತಿ ಉಡುಪಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿತಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರದ ಯೋಜನಾ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕ ಅರುಣ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ಹಾಗೂ ಇಂಜಿನಿಯರ್ ಸಚಿನ್ ವೈ.ಕುಮಾರ್ ವರ್ಕ್ ಆರ್ಡರ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿದ್ದ ಷರತ್ತುಗಳನ್ನು ಪಾಲಿಸದೆ, 2023ರ ಅ.12ರಂದು ಪರಶುರಾಮ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯ ಸೊಂಟದಿಂದ ಮೇಲ್ಭಾಗವನ್ನು ಉಮ್ಮಿಕಲ್ ಬೆಟ್ಟದಿಂದ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡು ಹೋಗಿ ಅಲೆವೂರು ಗ್ರಾಮದ ಪ್ರಗತಿ ನಗರ ಎಂಬಲ್ಲಿರುವ ನಿರ್ಮಿತಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿರುವ ಶೆಡ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ 2024ರ ಫೆ.25ರ ತನಕ ಇರಿಸಿಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದರು.

    ಆದರೆ ಮೂರ್ತಿಯ ಸೊಂಟದಿಂದ ಮೇಲ್ಭಾಗವನ್ನು ಶಿಲ್ಪಿ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ನಾಯ್ಕಗೆ ಹಸ್ತಾಂತರ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದು, ಆತ ಅದನ್ನು ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿಗೆ ಸಾಗಾಟ ಮಾಡಿರುವುದಾಗಿ ಅರುಣ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ತಪ್ಪು ಮಾಹಿತಿಯನ್ನು ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಈ ಮೂಲಕ ಆರೋಪಿಗಳಾದ ಶಿಲ್ಪಿ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ನಾಯ್ಕ ಉಡುಪಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿತಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರದ ಯೋಜನಾ ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕ ಅರುಣ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ಹಾಗೂ ಇಂಜಿನಿಯರ್ ಸಚಿನ್ ವೈ.ಕುಮಾರ್ ಅಪರಾಧಿಕ ಒಳಸಂಚು ಮತ್ತು ನಂಬಿಕೆ ದ್ರೋಹ ಮತ್ತು ವಂಚನೆ ಎಸಗಿ, ಸಾಕ್ಷಿ ನಾಶ ಮಾಡಿರುವುದು ಕಂಡುಬಂದಿದೆ. ಅವರ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಕಲಂ. 420, 409, 201, 120 (ಬಿ) ಜೊತೆಗೆ 34 ಐಪಿಸಿ ಯಂತೆ 1231 ಪುಟಗಳ ದೋಷಾರೋಪಣಾ ಪಟ್ಟಿಯನ್ನು ತಯಾರಿಸಿ ಪೊಲೀಸರು ಕಾರ್ಕಳದ ನ್ಯಾಯಾಲಯಕ್ಕೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

  • ಚಿನ್ನ ಖರೀದಿಸಿ ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ರೂ. ಹಣ ನೀಡದೆ ವಂಚಿಸಿದ ಮಹಿಳೆ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ದೂರು

    ಶಿರ್ವಾ, ಜುಲೈ 10, 2025: ಮಹಿಳೆಯೋರ್ವರು ವಿವಿಧ ಚಿನ್ನದ ಅಂಗಡಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಲಕ್ಷಾಂತರ ಮೌಲ್ಯದ ಚಿನ್ನ ಖರೀದಿಸಿ ಬಿಲ್ಲು ಮೊತ್ತ ಪಾವತಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ಹೇಳಿ ಬಳಿಕ ಹಣ ಪಾವತಿಸದೇ ವಂಚನೆ ಮಾಡಿರುವ ಘಟನೆ ಶಿರ್ವ ಪೇಟೆಯ ಬಳಿ ನಡೆದಿದೆ.

    ಫರೀದಾ ಎನ್ನುವ ಮಹಿಳೆ ಶಿರ್ವ ಗ್ರಾಮದ ಗಣೇಶ್‌ ಎನ್ನುವವರು ನಡೆಸಿಕೊಂಡು ಹೋಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಶಿರ್ವ ಪೇಟೆಯ ಬಳಿಯ “ ನ್ಯೂ ಭಾರ್ಗವಿ ಜುವೆಲ್ಲರ್ಸ್‌ ” ಎಂಬ ಹೆಸರಿನ ಚಿನ್ನಾಭರಣಗಳ ಮಳಿಗೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿನ್ನಾಭರಣ ಖರೀದಿಗೆ ಬಂದಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಅಪ್ಸಲ್‌ ಮತ್ತು ಇತರ ಇಬ್ಬರು ಸಂಬಂಧಿಕರ ಮುಖಾಂತರ ಮಾರ್ಚ್‌ 8 ರಿಂದ 11ನೇ ತಾರೀಖಿನ ನಡುವೆ 1,78,000/- ಮೊತ್ತದ 69.165 ಗ್ರಾಂ ತೂಕದ ವಿವಿಧ ಮಾದರಿಯ ಚಿನ್ನಾಭರಣಗಳನ್ನು ಖರೀದಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಬಿಲ್ಲು ಮೊತ್ತ ಪಾವತಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ತಿಳಿಸಿ ಈ ತನಕವೂ ಪಾವತಿಸದೇ ವಂಚನೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

    ಅಲ್ಲದೇ ಮಾರ್ಚ್‌ 16 ರಂದು ಆರೋಪಿ ಫರೀದಾಳು ಇದೇ ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಶಿರ್ವ ಪೇಟೆಯ ಬಳಿಯ ಕೃಪಾ ಜುವೆಲ್ಲರ್ಸ್‌ ನ ಅನುಷ್‌ ರವರಿಗೂ ಫೋನ್‌ ಕರೆ ಮಾಡಿ, ಅವರನ್ನು ನಂಬಿಸಿ, ಒಟ್ಟು 10.740 ಗ್ರಾಂ ತೂಕದ ವಿವಿಧ ಮಾಧರಿಯ ಚಿನ್ನಾಭರಣಗಳನ್ನು ಖರೀದಿಸಿ, ಆರೋಪಿ ಅಪ್ಸಲ್‌ ಮುಖಾಂತರ ಮಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಪಡೆದುಕೊಂಡು, ಬಿಲ್ಲು ಮೊತ್ತ ಪಾವತಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ತಿಳಿಸಿ ಈ ತನಕವೂ ಪಾವತಿಸದೇ ಮೋಸ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

    ಈ ಎರಡು ಪ್ರಕರಣಗಳು ಮಾತ್ರವಲ್ಲದೇ ಫರೀದಾಳು ಇದೇ ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಶಿರ್ವ ಪೇಟೆಯ ಬಳಿಯ ಪುಷ್ಪಾ ಜುವೆಲ್ಲರ್ಸ್‌ ನ ಶ್ರೀಹರ್ಷರವರಿಗೂ ಫೋನ್‌ ಕರೆ ಮಾಡಿ, ಅವರನ್ನು ನಂಬಿಸಿ ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 09ರಂದು ಒಟ್ಟು 18.660 ಗ್ರಾಂ ತೂಕದ ವಿವಿಧ ಮಾದರಿಯ ಚಿನ್ನಾಭರಣಗಳನ್ನು ಖರೀದಿಸಿದ್ದು, ಬಿಲ್ಲು ಮೊತ್ತ ಪಾವತಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ತಿಳಿಸಿ ಈ ತನಕವೂ ಪಾವತಿಸದೇ ವಂಚನೆ ಮಾಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

    ಇನ್ನು, ಮೇಲಿನ ಮೂರು ಪ್ರಕರಣಗಳಿಗೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದಂತೆ ಆರೋಪಿ ಫರೀದಾಳ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಶಿರ್ವ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ ಠಾಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಕರಣ ದಾಖಲಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

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