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Mohali: Rs 2.55 Lakh Fraudulently Obtained for Sending Abroad
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 27 Jun 2026, 09:01 PM
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Mohali police have registered a case after an individual was allegedly defrauded of Rs 2.55 lakh under the false promise of facilitating foreign travel. The incident highlights a growing trend of emigration-related scams.
Authorities in Mohali have initiated legal proceedings following a complaint of significant financial fraud. A case has been registered against individuals accused of swindling Rs 2.55 lakh from a victim by falsely assuring them of arrangements to travel abroad.
The alleged scam involved collecting a substantial sum of money with the promise of facilitating overseas opportunities. However, the victim reportedly did not receive the promised services, leading to the financial loss.
Police are now investigating the matter to identify and apprehend those responsible for the deception. This incident underscores the risks associated with fraudulent emigration schemes and advises the public to exercise caution and verify credentials before engaging such services.
The alleged scam involved collecting a substantial sum of money with the promise of facilitating overseas opportunities. However, the victim reportedly did not receive the promised services, leading to the financial loss.
Police are now investigating the matter to identify and apprehend those responsible for the deception. This incident underscores the risks associated with fraudulent emigration schemes and advises the public to exercise caution and verify credentials before engaging such services.