In a shocking case of official document forgery, Delhi Police has arrested a Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) employee for allegedly creating fake Chief Minister's Office letterheads and using them to scam patients at government hospitals.
The Elaborate Scam Uncovered
The accused, identified as Deepak Kaushik, was employed with the MCD's Engineering Department and used his position to gain access to sensitive information about patients. According to police officials, Kaushik would approach patients seeking treatment at various Delhi government hospitals, presenting himself as an official from the CM's office.
"The accused created counterfeit letterheads bearing the official insignia of the Chief Minister's office and used them to lend credibility to his fraudulent activities," revealed a senior police officer involved in the investigation.
Modus Operandi of the Fraud
The scam operated with sophisticated precision:
- Kaushik would identify vulnerable patients requiring urgent medical treatment
- He presented forged documents claiming to be from CM Arvind Kejriwal's office
- The fake letters promised expedited medical services and special treatments
- Patients were convinced to pay substantial amounts for these "special services"
- The accused used official-sounding language and procedures to appear legitimate
Police Investigation and Arrest
The crime came to light when multiple patients reported suspicious activities to hospital authorities. Delhi Police's Crime Branch launched a detailed investigation, tracing the fraudulent activities back to Kaushik.
"We have recovered several forged documents, including fake letterheads and identity cards, from the accused. He had been operating this scam for several months," the investigating officer stated.
During interrogation, Kaushik admitted to using his government employee status to gain the trust of his victims. The police are now investigating whether he had any accomplices in this elaborate scheme.
Broader Implications and Public Warning
This case highlights serious security concerns regarding the misuse of official documents and the vulnerability of patients in government hospitals. Authorities have issued warnings to the public to verify any unusual requests for payments or special services claiming to be from government offices.
"Patients and their families should directly approach hospital administration for any special requests rather than dealing with individuals claiming to be from other government departments," advised a health department official.
The accused has been charged under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code for cheating, forgery, and criminal conspiracy. Further investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the scam and identify all affected patients.
