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Bhopal Cyber Conmen Dupe 3 Of ₹3.29 Lakh

Three people in Bhopal lost ₹3.29 lakh to cyber fraud. Police investigate.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 24 August 2026 at 09:11 am
Bhopal Cyber Conmen Dupe 3 Of ₹3.29 Lakh

Three individuals in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, were allegedly duped of a total of ₹3,28,935 in separate cyber fraud cases.

The incidents were reported under the Ayodhya Nagar police station limits, and the police have registered cases after receiving e-zero FIRs from the cyber cell.

In the first case, Arvinder Kaur, a resident of Durgesh Vihar, lost ₹2.41 lakh to an unidentified caller who introduced himself as another person and gained her confidence before manipulating her into transferring the money.

The second case involved Rana Mohinder Pratap, a resident of New Minal Residency, who was allegedly cheated of ₹98,935 by an accused who posed as one of his relatives.

In the third case, Gitesh Ganesh, a resident of Ashoka Garden, lost ₹88,000 after being threatened online by an accused who claimed to be associated with an investigating agency and threatened to implicate him in a case.

According to the police, all three cases were registered, and investigations have been launched. The police are examining the bank accounts, mobile numbers, and digital transactions related to the cases.

The Ayodhya Nagar police station incharge, Mahesh Lilhare, confirmed that the cases were registered and are being investigated. The police are working to track down the accused and recover the lost amount.

Cyber fraud cases have been on the rise in recent times, with many people falling prey to online scams and losing large amounts of money. The police have been advising people to be cautious when receiving calls or messages from unknown numbers and to never transfer money without verifying the authenticity of the caller.

The incident highlights the need for people to be aware of the risks of cyber fraud and to take necessary precautions to protect themselves. The police are also working to create awareness about cyber safety and to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.

The investigation into the cases is ongoing, and the police are working to bring the accused to justice. The incident has caused concern among the residents of Bhopal, and the police are urging people to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

In conclusion, the incident of cyber fraud in Bhopal highlights the need for people to be aware of the risks of online scams and to take necessary precautions to protect themselves. The police are working to prevent such incidents and to bring the accused to justice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total amount lost in the cyber fraud cases in Bhopal?

The total amount lost is ₹3,28,935.

How many cases of cyber fraud were reported in Bhopal?

Three cases of cyber fraud were reported under the Ayodhya Nagar police station limits.

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