Noida Coaching Firm Employee and Accomplice Arrested for Abduction and Extortion
In a shocking incident from Noida, an employee of an online coaching firm and his aide have been apprehended by police for allegedly abducting a senior colleague, physically assaulting him, and coercing him into transferring money under duress. The accused, identified as Chandramohan Saraswat, a 35-year-old accountant residing on Buxar Road in Hapur, is said to have orchestrated the crime with two to three accomplices.
Details of the Abduction and Assault
The incident unfolded on March 18 when Saraswat and his associates allegedly targeted the senior official in the parking area of the coaching firm located in Sector 136. According to police reports, the group forcibly removed the victim from his car and compelled him to enter their vehicle. Once inside, the victim was subjected to verbal abuse and physical assault.
The perpetrators then pressured the senior colleague to transfer money online. Under extreme intimidation and threat, the victim complied, transferring Rs 60,000 directly into Saraswat's bank account. Additionally, the accused seized Rs 2.5 lakh in cash that was present in the victim's car. This substantial sum was later deposited into their personal bank accounts, as confirmed by investigative authorities.
Police Action and Arrests
Following the incident, a First Information Report (FIR) was officially registered on Thursday. The charges filed include multiple sections under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), specifically:
- Section 115(2) for voluntarily causing hurt
- Section 352 for intentional insult
- Section 351(3) for criminal intimidation
- Section 309(4) for robbery
- Section 127(2) for wrongful confinement
Utilizing advanced surveillance techniques and gathering critical local intelligence, the Noida police successfully tracked down and arrested Chandramohan Saraswat along with his co-accused, Honey Baisla, aged 27. The arrest took place near Biodiversity Park in Sector 91.
Recovery of Evidence and Ongoing Investigation
During the arrest, law enforcement officials recovered significant evidence from the accused. This included Rs 49,400 in cash, the victim's ICICI Bank credit card, and the white WagonR vehicle used to commit the crime. Authorities have also frozen the transferred amount of Rs 60,000, ensuring its recovery and return to the victim.
Investigators have indicated that the probe is ongoing and more arrests are likely as they pursue other accomplices involved in this coordinated abduction and extortion scheme. The police are examining bank records and digital footprints to build a comprehensive case against all individuals connected to the crime.
This case highlights the severe consequences of workplace disputes escalating into criminal activities, with the accused now facing serious legal repercussions for their alleged actions.
