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Bhandup Woman Loses Rs 45,000 Gold to Scammers

Two men use religious trick to dupe woman. Gold worth Rs 45,000 stolen.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 08 September 2026 at 07:35 am
Bhandup Woman Loses Rs 45,000 Gold to Scammers

A 45-year-old woman from Bhandup was duped of her gold ornaments worth Rs 45,000 by two men who used a religious ruse to gain her trust.

The incident occurred when the woman was approached by the two men who claimed to be priests and told her that they needed to perform a ritual to ward off evil spirits.

The men convinced the woman to hand over her gold ornaments, which they claimed would be used in the ritual. However, once they had the ornaments, they disappeared with them, leaving the woman with a significant financial loss.

The woman, who has not been named, reported the incident to the Bhandup police station, who have launched an investigation into the matter. The police are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking to witnesses in an attempt to identify the scammers.

This incident highlights the need for people to be cautious when dealing with strangers, especially those who use religious or emotional manipulation to gain trust. The police have advised people to be vigilant and to verify the authenticity of anyone claiming to be a priest or spiritual leader before handing over valuables.

The Bhandup police have also warned people about the rise in such scams, where fraudsters use religious or spiritual themes to dupe people of their money and valuables. They have urged people to report any such incidents immediately, so that they can take action against the scammers.

The incident has caused concern among the residents of Bhandup, who are now more cautious when dealing with strangers. The police are working to raise awareness about such scams and to prevent them from happening in the future.

The woman's loss of Rs 45,000 is a significant amount, and it has caused her a lot of financial distress. The police are working to recover the stolen gold and to bring the scammers to justice.

In recent times, there have been several incidents of people being duped by scammers using religious or spiritual themes. The police have advised people to be aware of such scams and to take necessary precautions to protect themselves.

The Bhandup police are investigating the matter and are working to identify the scammers. They have urged people to come forward if they have any information about the incident or if they have been victims of similar scams.

The incident is a reminder that people need to be cautious and vigilant when dealing with strangers, especially those who use religious or emotional manipulation to gain trust. The police are working to prevent such scams and to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Frequently asked questions

What was the value of the gold stolen from the Bhandup woman?

The gold stolen was worth Rs 45,000.

How did the scammers trick the Bhandup woman?

The scammers used a religious ruse, claiming to be priests and needing the gold for a ritual.

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