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Crime
Thar Engine Swap Scam Uncovered
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 08 Aug 2026, 03:02 PM
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Three individuals have been arrested for cheating a car rental service owner by replacing a Thar engine with a faulty one. The incident highlights a rising concern over vehicle scams in the country.
In a shocking incident, three individuals have been apprehended by the authorities for their involvement in a scam where they replaced the engine of a Mahindra Thar with a faulty one. The car belonged to a rental service owner who had unknowingly become a victim of this deceitful act. The engine swap was done in a way that made it difficult to detect, highlighting the cunning nature of the scam. The arrested individuals will face charges for cheating and other related offenses. This incident serves as a warning to car owners and rental services to be vigilant about the maintenance and upkeep of their vehicles.