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Couple in Jirakpur Consumes Sulphur After Being Defrauded of ₹36 Lakh by Travel Agent
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 01:37 PM
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A husband and wife in Jirakpur resorted to eating sulphur after a travel agent swindled them of 36 lakh rupees, prompting a police investigation.
Jirakpur, Punjab – Local police have opened an investigation after a married couple reportedly ingested sulphur in a desperate attempt to end their lives. The couple alleged that a travel agent had taken ₹36 lakh from them under the pretext of arranging overseas education for the wife, but failed to deliver any services.
According to statements recorded by investigators, the fraud left the pair financially crippled and emotionally distressed, leading them to consider self‑harm. Neighbors said they found the couple in a state of shock and immediately called emergency services.
Authorities have detained the travel agent for questioning and are tracing the flow of the money. The case highlights growing concerns over fraudulent travel and education scams targeting vulnerable families in smaller towns.
The police have urged anyone approached with similar offers to verify credentials and report suspicious activity. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.
According to statements recorded by investigators, the fraud left the pair financially crippled and emotionally distressed, leading them to consider self‑harm. Neighbors said they found the couple in a state of shock and immediately called emergency services.
Authorities have detained the travel agent for questioning and are tracing the flow of the money. The case highlights growing concerns over fraudulent travel and education scams targeting vulnerable families in smaller towns.
The police have urged anyone approached with similar offers to verify credentials and report suspicious activity. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.