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Crime
Odisha Man Arrested in West Bengal for Job Scam Targeting Youth
✍️ orissapost.com
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 09:38 PM
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Police in West Bengal have detained an individual from Odisha accused of luring young people with promises of government jobs.
West Bengal police announced the arrest of a man originally from Odisha after a probe linked him to a recruitment fraud that targeted aspiring youths. The suspect was taken into custody in a police operation conducted in the state, officials said.
The investigation revealed that the individual had approached young job seekers, offering guaranteed placements in government services in exchange for money or personal details. Victims were led to believe that the promises were backed by official channels, prompting them to pay fees and share sensitive information.
Authorities have opened a criminal case under sections related to cheating and fraudulent recruitment. The police have urged the public to remain vigilant against similar schemes and to verify any job offers through authentic government portals before making payments.
The investigation revealed that the individual had approached young job seekers, offering guaranteed placements in government services in exchange for money or personal details. Victims were led to believe that the promises were backed by official channels, prompting them to pay fees and share sensitive information.
Authorities have opened a criminal case under sections related to cheating and fraudulent recruitment. The police have urged the public to remain vigilant against similar schemes and to verify any job offers through authentic government portals before making payments.