In a recent incidence in Dombivali, Maharashtra’s Thane district., a 51-year-old wholesale medicine supplier fell victim to a sophisticated scam that cost him Rs 4 lakh. The con artist promised to exchange his money for foreign currency, only to disappear with his cash, leaving behind nothing but blank papers.
The victim, a resident of Dombivali, was approached by three individuals who claimed they could exchange his money for 700 dinars. The offer seemed legitimate, especially since it was made through an acquaintance. The scammers proposed to exchange Rs 12 lakh for the foreign currency, a deal that would have appeared highly lucrative to anyone unaware of the trap.
The Fraudulent Transaction: How the Scam Unfolded
On August 31, around noon, the victim met the trio at Nilje in Dombivli East. The scammers reiterated their offer to provide 700 dirhams in exchange for Rs 12 lakh. Trusting them, the victim handed over the first installment of Rs 4 lakh. The scammers then gave him a bag, allegedly containing the Dinars, and left the scene.
It was only after the scammers had left that the victim realized he had been duped. Upon opening the bag, he found it filled with blank papers instead of the promised foreign currency. In a state of shock, he attempted to contact the perpetrators, but all efforts proved futile. The harsh reality set in, leading him to file a complaint with the local police.
Legal Action and Investigation
Following the complaint, the Thane police registered a case and launched an investigation into the matter. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the police are actively pursuing leads to track down the culprits.
