The Kurukshetra police have arrested a Delhi resident in connection with a fraud case. The accused has been identified as Ravi Kumar, a resident of Delhi. He was arrested from his residence in the national capital on Tuesday.
Details of the Fraud
The case was registered based on a complaint filed by a local businessman, who alleged that the accused had cheated him of Rs 2.5 lakh. The complainant stated that the accused had promised to provide him with a lucrative business deal but later disappeared with the money.
Police Investigation
Following the complaint, the police launched an investigation and traced the accused to Delhi. A team was sent to arrest him. The accused was brought to Kurukshetra and produced before a local court, which remanded him to police custody for further interrogation.
The police are investigating whether the accused was involved in similar frauds in other parts of the state or country. They are also trying to recover the cheated amount.
Modus Operandi
According to the police, the accused used to target businessmen by offering them lucrative business opportunities. He would gain their trust and then dupe them of money. The police have urged people to be cautious while dealing with unknown persons offering business deals.
Legal Action
The accused has been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code for cheating and fraud. Further investigation is underway.
