Lucknow: The Mohanlalganj Police achieved a major breakthrough by apprehending a gang involved in orchestrating fraudulent property registries in the region. The gang had been active for several months, duping unsuspecting individuals by falsifying property documents.
The incident came to light when the gang used a substitute woman to impersonate the real Shanti Yadav for a fraudulent registry transaction. The elaborate scheme unraveled due to the diligent efforts of ACP Rajneesh Verma, SHO Amar Singh, and Kasba Chowki In-charge Veer Bahadur Dubey, whose team successfully nabbed the accused.
Details of the Case:
- The gang specialized in forging property registry documents, particularly targeting lands in and around the Gosai Ganj area.
- The accused, including a woman and three other individuals, had been evading arrest for over six months.
- The fraudulent activities involved substituting real property owners with imposters during the registry process.
Police Action:
- Acting on credible information, the police launched an operation to apprehend the gang members.
- All four accused, including the woman involved in the fraudulent transaction, were arrested.
- Legal proceedings have been initiated, and the accused are being sent to jail.
Significance of the Arrest:
This arrest marks a significant success for the Mohanlalganj Police in cracking down on property fraud in the region. The gang’s activities had caused considerable distress among property owners and prospective buyers.
The authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant while engaging in property transactions and report any suspicious activity to the police. Efforts are underway to identify and dismantle any remaining networks associated with this fraudulent operation.
Police Statement:
ACP Rajneesh Verma lauded the team’s efforts, stating, “This is a major step toward ensuring transparency and trust in property dealings in the region. We will continue our crackdown on fraudulent practices to safeguard citizens’ rights.”
The Mohanlalganj Police’s timely action is expected to bring relief to the affected individuals and deter similar fraudulent activities in the future.
