Ponda police on Saturday arrested Suhana Naik, a 36-year-old woman from Bhandarwada-Amona, for allegedly defrauding three individuals from a single family of Rs 18 lakh under the pretext of securing them jobs in the health department.
Details of the Fraud
According to police officials, Naik was employed on a contractual basis in a government department. She leveraged her network of contacts to approach residents of Usgao, promising them positions in the health department. The victims were offered roles as a homeopathic doctor, a driver, and a clerk. Believing her claims, they handed over the demanded money.
Failure to Deliver and Legal Action
When Naik failed to fulfill her promises, the victims filed a complaint with the police. Following an investigation, Naik was arrested and subsequently remanded to six days of police custody. A police official stated, “The three believed her, and gave the money she demanded. When she failed to deliver on her promise, they filed a police complaint.”
The case highlights the prevalence of job scams targeting vulnerable individuals. Authorities urge the public to verify job offers through official channels and report any suspicious activities to the police.
