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Store Manager Booked For ₹10L Fraud In Indore Mall

A store manager in Indore has been booked for fraud. He allegedly cheated his company of ₹10 lakh.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 17 July 2026 at 07:00 am
Store Manager Booked For ₹10L Fraud In Indore Mall

A store manager at a renowned brand's showroom in C-21 Mall, Indore, has been booked for allegedly cheating the company of nearly ₹10 lakh. The accused, Roshan Kumar, a resident of Bihar, collected customer payments in his personal bank account instead of the company's account.

According to the Vijay Nagar police, the case was registered on the complaint of the company's manager. Kumar joined the showroom as store manager a few months ago and resigned on September 13. After leaving the job, his mobile phone was found switched off, raising suspicions.

A stock verification conducted after his departure revealed that 65 pairs of shoes, 40 garments, and 38 accessories were missing. The value of the missing items was estimated at around ₹9.93 lakh. The police investigation found that Kumar sold products without issuing bills and asked several customers to transfer payments directly to his personal bank account instead of the company's official account.

The Vijay Nagar police have registered a case of fraud against Kumar and have dispatched a team to Bihar to arrest the accused. The police are also examining bank transactions and other documents as part of the investigation.

The company's manager filed a complaint after discovering the discrepancies in the stock and financial transactions. The police are taking necessary steps to arrest the accused and recover the lost amount.

The incident highlights the importance of internal audits and checks in preventing such frauds. The company has suffered a significant financial loss due to the actions of the store manager.

The police are working to apprehend the accused and bring him to justice. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are examining all possible angles.

The case serves as a reminder for companies to be vigilant and take necessary measures to prevent such incidents. The police are also advising customers to be cautious when making payments and to ensure that they are using the official payment channels.

In a separate initiative, the police have launched a campaign to create awareness about the importance of being aware of one's surroundings and the need to stay away from substance abuse. However, this is unrelated to the current case.

The incident has caused a significant financial loss to the company, and the police are working to recover the lost amount. The case is a reminder of the importance of honesty and integrity in the workplace.

The police are urging anyone with information about the accused to come forward and assist in the investigation. The case is ongoing, and the police are working to bring the accused to justice.

In conclusion, the store manager's actions have caused a significant financial loss to the company, and the police are working to recover the lost amount. The incident highlights the importance of internal audits and checks in preventing such frauds and the need for companies to be vigilant and take necessary measures to prevent such incidents.

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