Ghaziabad Police Nab Constable and Accomplice in Elaborate Rs 5.56 Lakh Fraud Scheme
In a shocking case of deception and abuse of authority, Ghaziabad police have arrested two individuals, including a serving police constable, for allegedly defrauding a man of more than Rs 5.56 lakh. The elaborate scam involved promises of helping purchase a motorcycle at a discounted price, followed by threats of false legal implications using forged documents.
Details of the Arrests and Accused
The arrested individuals have been identified as Constable Digamber Singh, aged 35 and a resident of Bulandshahr, and Mohit Singh alias Bholu, aged 31 from Ghaziabad. According to police officials, both men have been sent to judicial custody following the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) at the Tila Mod police station.
The case was registered under Section 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code based on a detailed complaint filed by the victim, Sagar, a resident of Sharifabad Rajpur village in the Tila Mod area. Trans-Hindon Deputy Commissioner of Police Nimish Patil confirmed the legal action against the accused.
How the Fraud Unfolded: A Timeline of Deception
The fraudulent activities began in May 2024 when Sagar first met Mohit Singh in his village. Mohit, who claimed to work as a repossession agent at a bike showroom, promised to arrange a motorcycle for Sagar at a significantly reduced price. A repossession agent is typically hired by lenders to recover collateral from borrowers who have defaulted on payments.
The initial transactions occurred on May 17, 2024, when Mohit took Rs 3,500 from Sagar for booking a motorcycle. Just days later, he demanded an additional Rs 6,500 to confirm the booking. The demands continued with Mohit calling repeatedly for more money, eventually sending a message from what appeared to be a company number stating that another bike had been booked in Sagar's name.
The message falsely claimed that Sagar would not receive any motorcycle until he made full payment for the additional vehicle. When Sagar requested his money back, Mohit told him to wait for 90 days if he wanted any refund.
Escalation to Threats and Forged Documents
The situation took a more sinister turn when the accused began using threats and fabricated legal documents to extort more money. According to the victim's complaint, Mohit demanded Rs 25,000 for opening a current account and subsequently prepared fake bank documents that were emailed to Sagar.
Even more alarming was the creation and delivery of a fake income tax notice that threatened Sagar with jail time under Section 420A of the IPC if he failed to pay additional money. The harassment became so severe that Sagar reported feeling "desperate and thought of ending his life, and even made a plan" before his father intervened and counseled him.
Police Constable's Involvement and Evidence
The case took another disturbing turn with the involvement of Constable Digamber Singh, who joined the Uttar Pradesh Police force in 2019. On October 28, 2025, Sagar received a call from Digamber informing him that a notice had arrived in his name and instructing him to come to the police station immediately.
Under this pressure, Sagar took a loan from a friend and gave the money to Constable Digamber. Fortunately, Sagar had the presence of mind to maintain evidence of these transactions, including call recordings of his conversations with Digamber and proof of money transfers to Mohit.
Broader Implications and Police Response
This case highlights several concerning issues:
- The vulnerability of individuals seeking good deals on major purchases
- The potential for abuse of authority by those in positions of trust
- The sophisticated use of forged documents to create false legal threats
- The emotional and psychological impact on fraud victims
Trans-Hindon DCP Nimish Patil emphasized that the police department is taking strict action in this matter. The arrest of a serving police constable in connection with such a fraud case sends a strong message about accountability within law enforcement agencies.
The investigation continues as authorities examine all evidence, including the call recordings and financial transaction records provided by the victim. This case serves as a cautionary tale about verifying credentials and being wary of offers that seem too good to be true, especially when they involve individuals claiming official connections or authority.
