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'Fertiliser Franchise', Rs 3.5 Crores Orders: Bihar Gang Arrested For Scam
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'Fertiliser Franchise', Rs 3.5 Crores Orders: Bihar Gang Arrested For Scam

From NDTV · () English

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Police in Bihar, India, have arrested a gang suspected of operating a nationwide scam involving fraudulent transactions totaling approximately 3.5 crore rupees (around $420,000 USD).
  • The accused allegedly ran a "fertilizer franchise" scheme, defrauding numerous individuals across the country.
  • Authorities are investigating the gang's potential links to 498 cybercrime complaints, indicating a broad scope of their alleged criminal activities.

Authorities in Bihar, India, have apprehended a gang suspected of orchestrating a large-scale scam involving fraudulent "fertilizer franchise" operations. The group is believed to be responsible for defrauding individuals nationwide, with estimated fraudulent transactions amounting to around 3.5 crore rupees (approximately $420,000 USD).

Police investigations suggest the gang's activities are linked to a significant number of cybercrime complaints filed across India. Currently, the accused are suspected of involvement in 498 such complaints, highlighting the extensive reach of their alleged fraudulent scheme.

The "fertilizer franchise" scam appears to have targeted numerous victims, promising lucrative opportunities that ultimately led to financial losses. The arrest marks a significant step in combating cybercrime and financial fraud within the region.

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