In a significant crackdown, the Mohali police have successfully arrested the alleged mastermind of a criminal syndicate specializing in the creation and sale of forged property documents. The gang specifically targeted assets belonging to deceased individuals and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), causing an estimated financial loss of around Rs 7 crore.
How the Elaborate Forgery Racket Operated
Acting on directives from SSP Harmandeep Singh Hans, a police team led by Inspector Amandeep Komboj from the IT City police station apprehended the key accused. He has been identified as Gurjeet Singh, a resident of Dubli Khera village in Fatehgarh Sahib district.
According to Deputy Superintendent of Police (City-2) Harsimran Singh Bal, the gang operated with a clear, malicious strategy. The accused, in collusion with his associates, would first meticulously gather detailed information about properties owned by individuals who had either passed away or were living abroad for extended periods.
Sophisticated Fabrication from Another State
To give their scheme an air of authenticity, the fraudsters would then get forged General Power of Attorney (GPA) documents prepared from Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh. In addition to these fake GPAs, the gang also created counterfeit property papers and fabricated official seals. This comprehensive suite of forged documents was used to illegally facilitate the sale of land to unsuspecting buyers.
Ongoing Investigation and Legal Proceedings
Police investigations to date have revealed that the accused successfully cheated numerous victims, amassing nearly Rs 7 crore through these fraudulent property transactions. Following his arrest, Gurjeet Singh was presented before a local court. The court has granted police remand, allowing officials to conduct further interrogation and unravel the full extent of the network.
Authorities have confirmed that the probe is actively ongoing. As the investigation progresses, police expect to make more disclosures and potentially uncover more accomplices linked to this widespread scam targeting vulnerable properties.
