Panchkula Police Make Arrests in Dual Immigration Fraud Cases
Panchkula police have taken swift action against immigration fraud. Officers arrested three accused individuals in two separate cases. These cases involve fake work visas that promised opportunities abroad.
First Case: New Zealand Visa Scam
In the first incident, four people allegedly duped a complainant. They promised to send his son to New Zealand for work. The victim paid a hefty sum of Rs 15 lakh for this fake service.
Police have now arrested all four accused. One of them is a government employee from Chandigarh. This individual was the latest to be taken into custody. The arrest marks a significant step in cracking this scam.
Second Case: Italy Visa Fraud
The second case involves two accused from Amritsar and Gurdaspur. They cheated six families out of Rs 14 lakh. The fraud centered on fake work visas for Italy.
Victims believed they were securing legitimate employment opportunities in Italy. Instead, they lost their hard-earned money to these criminals. Police acted promptly to apprehend the suspects.
Ongoing Investigations and Recovery Efforts
Both cases remain under active investigation. Panchkula police are diligently working on these frauds. Their primary focus is on recovering the cheated money for the victims.
Authorities are following all leads to ensure justice is served. They urge the public to report any similar suspicious activities. Vigilance can help prevent such scams in the future.
These arrests highlight the police's commitment to tackling immigration fraud. They send a clear message to fraudsters operating in the region.