A 33-year-old woman was arrested in Chennai for allegedly misappropriating Rs 28 lakh from a private firm in Chintadripet, where she worked as an accountant.
Complaint Filed by Firm Owner
The police acted on a complaint filed by Deenadayalan, 53, a resident of Chintadripet. He runs three companies dealing in electronic and computer-related equipment. According to the complaint, Dharani, who had been working in his firm for approximately seven years, suddenly stopped reporting to work in August 2025 without any prior notice.
Financial Irregularities Discovered
Suspicious of her absence, Deenadayalan reviewed the company's financial records. The audit revealed that between 2022 and 2024, Dharani had misappropriated a total of Rs 28 lakh. When confronted, she reportedly admitted to the fraud and agreed to repay Rs 18 lakh in installments.
Partial Repayment and Arrest
However, Dharani only paid Rs 1 lakh through a cheque and Rs 60,000 via digital transfer. She failed to fulfill the repayment agreement. Based on the complaint, police registered a case of cheating and launched an investigation. Dharani was arrested and subsequently remanded in judicial custody.
This case highlights the importance of regular financial audits and vigilance in small and medium enterprises to prevent internal fraud.
