In a significant case of financial fraud, the Shahpur police in Ahmedabad have registered a criminal case against the manager of a prominent community organisation for allegedly embezzling a massive sum of Rs 39 lakh over a period of eight years.
Manager Booked for Cheating and Criminal Breach of Trust
The police action came on Saturday following a detailed complaint by a resident of Fatehwadi. The First Information Report (FIR) names the manager of the Gujarat Samast Muslim Ghanchi Samaj, located in the Shahpur area of the city. The accused was entrusted with handling the daily accounts, including all income and expenditure of the society.
According to the official complaint, the manager exploited his position of trust and systematic access to financial records. The alleged embezzlement spanned from 2016 to February 28, 2024. During this long period, the accused is said to have created a series of fake purchase vouchers to siphon off funds for personal gain.
Systematic Fraud Through Fake Vouchers
The FIR details a calculated method of operation. The manager reportedly prepared fraudulent vouchers in the name of routine and necessary purchases for the society. This manipulation of official records allowed him to divert funds consistently without raising immediate suspicion.
The scale of the alleged fraud, amounting to Rs 39 lakh, points to a serious and prolonged breach of fiduciary duty. The police have noted that the offence represents a grave breach of trust by an individual employed in a highly responsible role. The financial damage to the community organisation is reported to be substantial.
Police Investigation Underway
The Shahpur police have formally registered offences under relevant sections for cheating and criminal breach of trust as per the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Law enforcement officials have initiated a thorough investigation into the allegations.
A key part of the probe involves a meticulous scrutiny of the organisation's complete financial records. This audit aims to uncover the full extent of the fraud and trace the trail of the misappropriated money. The police are working to determine the exact modalities of the embezzlement and gather concrete evidence for the legal proceedings.
The case has highlighted vulnerabilities in the financial oversight mechanisms of the society, where the manipulation went unnoticed for years, leading to significant loss. The investigation is ongoing.
