Delhi Police have arrested two youths from Rajasthan for allegedly running a nationwide scam that promised spiritual healing through black magic and occult practices, duping victims of crores of rupees. The accused were identified as Rohit Sharma, 24, and Vikram Singh, 26, both residents of Jaipur. They were apprehended from a hideout in the national capital after a month-long investigation.
Modus Operandi of the Scam
The duo operated through social media platforms and a website, offering to solve personal and professional problems such as financial troubles, relationship issues, and health ailments through 'tantrik' rituals. They charged fees ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 50,000 per session, promising quick results. Victims were often asked to send photographs, clothing, or other personal items for the rituals.
How Victims Were Targeted
The accused created fake profiles and testimonials to build credibility. They used fear tactics, claiming that victims were under a curse or evil eye, and that only their rituals could remove the negative energy. Many victims, desperate for solutions, paid large sums over months without any results. When complaints arose, they would change phone numbers and social media handles.
Police investigations revealed that the duo had defrauded at least 200 people across states like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and West Bengal. The total amount swindled is estimated to be over Rs 2 crore. The accused used multiple bank accounts in different names to launder the money.
Arrest and Legal Action
Acting on a complaint from a Delhi resident who lost Rs 3.5 lakh, the Cyber Crime Unit of Delhi Police tracked the suspects through digital footprints and mobile tower locations. They were arrested from a rented apartment in Dwarka. Police seized several mobile phones, laptops, SIM cards, and documents used in the fraud. The accused have been booked under sections of the Indian Penal Code for cheating, criminal conspiracy, and under the Information Technology Act.
During interrogation, they confessed to starting the scam during the pandemic when people were more vulnerable. They admitted to using black magic narratives to exploit superstitions. Police are probing if they have links to similar syndicates.
