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Crime
Itanagar Police Alert Residents Over Surge in Rental and PG Scams
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 05:37 AM
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The Itanagar police have issued a warning to city residents about an increase in fraudulent rental and paying‑guest schemes, urging vigilance.
The police department in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, has publicly cautioned residents about a noticeable rise in rental and paying‑guest (PG) scams across the city. In a statement released on Monday, officials said that scammers are targeting newcomers and students by advertising false accommodation listings on social media and online classifieds.
Victims are typically asked to pay advance fees or security deposits before seeing the property, only to discover that the premises either do not exist or are already occupied. Some fraudsters also collect personal details, increasing the risk of identity theft. The police have recorded several complaints in the past month, indicating that the problem is escalating.
Authorities have urged the public to verify the legitimacy of landlords, inspect properties in person, and avoid cash transactions without receipts. They have also set up a dedicated helpline for reporting suspicious ads and promised swift action against offenders. The police continue to monitor online platforms and coordinate with cyber‑crime units to curb the menace.
Victims are typically asked to pay advance fees or security deposits before seeing the property, only to discover that the premises either do not exist or are already occupied. Some fraudsters also collect personal details, increasing the risk of identity theft. The police have recorded several complaints in the past month, indicating that the problem is escalating.
Authorities have urged the public to verify the legitimacy of landlords, inspect properties in person, and avoid cash transactions without receipts. They have also set up a dedicated helpline for reporting suspicious ads and promised swift action against offenders. The police continue to monitor online platforms and coordinate with cyber‑crime units to curb the menace.