Noida Police Uncovers Tour Package Fraud Ring, Arrests Three Directors
Fraudulent Scheme Exposed in Noida
In Noida, Uttar Pradesh, the police have revealed a scam involving a group that defrauded individuals under the guise of offering tour packages. Authorities apprehended three notorious con artists linked to this scheme. During the operation, law enforcement seized 14 counterfeit seals and 15 fake Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) from the suspects. Additionally, three mobile phones, a Creta car, and various MOU documents were recovered from their possession. The main suspect holds a director position at the Rangers Club company.
Arrests Made at Logic Mall
The Sector 24 police in Noida arrested three directors of the Rangers Club company for their involvement in this fraudulent operation. The suspects were captured based on confidential information while at a mall located in Sector 32. The arrested individuals have been identified as Imran Khan, Abhay Kumar, and Shailendra Singh.
Deceptive Practices Unveiled
These criminals targeted unsuspecting victims, luring them into their trap. They had established an office in the Logic Mall of Sector 32. The arrested suspects created counterfeit documents purportedly from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. After collecting payments, they failed to deliver the promised services. Police also recovered visiting cards, indicating that their operation had been ongoing for several years. Victims, frustrated by the lack of services, filed complaints with the police, prompting the raid that led to the arrests.
Counterfeit IDs and Documents Seized
According to police reports, during interrogation, the suspects admitted to enticing people with cheap and attractive tour packages but did not provide the promised amenities. To gain the trust of potential clients, they prepared fake ID cards, counterfeit seals, visiting cards, and fraudulent MOUs in the name of the Ministry of Tourism. These documents were used to impress customers and secure their trust.
The police stated that the suspects had defrauded numerous individuals out of crores of rupees. From their possession, authorities recovered three fake ID cards, 180 counterfeit visiting cards, 14 fake seals, 15 fraudulent MOUs, three mobile phones, a Creta car, and ₹7,100 in cash. A case has been registered, and further investigations are underway.