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Fraud and arrest incidents in Chennai
Overview
Authorities in Chennai have conducted several arrests related to distinct fraudulent schemes.
In one instance, a former senior superintendent of the Airports Authority of India was arrested for allegedly defrauding 12 individuals of Rs 23 lakh. The suspect reportedly promised permanent employment at Chennai airport to secure funds from victims.
Separately, the Chennai Central Crime Branch arrested four individuals involved in a scam totaling Rs 1.92 crore and 713 grams of gold jewellery. The suspects allegedly used fake allotment documents to promise low-cost housing and apartments. Investigators also noted that the group allegedly collected Rs 12 lakh under the false pretense of securing a medical college seat.
Entities
Kumari Kala · Chennai Airport · Chennai · Tamil Nadu Housing Board · Yasmin
Timeline
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesFour arrested in Chennai for Rs 1.92 crore housing fraud
Four people were arrested by Chennai police for allegedly cheating victims of Rs 1.92 crore and gold jewellery through fake housing allotments and false promises of medical college admissions.
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[CRIME] 3 sourcesFormer Chennai airport official arrested for Rs 23 lakh job fraud
A former Chennai airport official, Kumari Kala, has been arrested for allegedly cheating 12 people of Rs 23 lakh by promising fraudulent permanent jobs at the airport and cargo offices.
Sources
dtnext.in · maalaimalar.com · newindianexpress.com · newstodaynet.com