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Crime
Jalandhar Scam: 4.6‑Million‑Rupee Fraud via Threat of Overseas Transfer
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 05:48 PM
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A fraudster in Jalandhar allegedly deceived a victim by promising an overseas remittance, siphoning 4.6 million rupees.
The incident came to light when a victim in Jalandhar reported that a person had promised to transfer a large sum overseas, but instead diverted the funds. The alleged fraudster used the lure of a foreign remittance to gain the victim’s trust and obtain 4.6 million rupees. Police have opened an investigation into the case and are tracing the flow of money. The incident highlights the growing trend of online and offline scams targeting unsuspecting individuals in the region.