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Crime
YouTuber arrested at Hyderabad airport in connection with Andhra Pradesh job fraud
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 03:36 AM
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A popular YouTuber was taken into custody at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after authorities linked him to a job fraud scheme in Andhra Pradesh.
Police officials detained a well‑known YouTuber at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad on suspicion of involvement in a job fraud racket operating in Andhra Pradesh. The arrest was made after investigators traced alleged fraudulent recruitment advertisements and promises of overseas employment to the content creator's online channels.
According to the Andhra Pradesh police, the scheme targeted job seekers by charging fees for guaranteed placements that never materialised. The YouTuber is accused of promoting these offers through videos that attracted a sizable following.
The detained individual was escorted to the airport's detention area, where he was presented with a charge sheet and informed of his right to legal counsel. Further inquiries are underway to identify any co‑conspirators and to recover funds from victims.
Law enforcement agencies have urged the public to exercise caution when responding to online job offers and to verify the authenticity of recruiters before making any payments.
According to the Andhra Pradesh police, the scheme targeted job seekers by charging fees for guaranteed placements that never materialised. The YouTuber is accused of promoting these offers through videos that attracted a sizable following.
The detained individual was escorted to the airport's detention area, where he was presented with a charge sheet and informed of his right to legal counsel. Further inquiries are underway to identify any co‑conspirators and to recover funds from victims.
Law enforcement agencies have urged the public to exercise caution when responding to online job offers and to verify the authenticity of recruiters before making any payments.