Kuwait Visas Scam: Uttar Pradesh Police Arrest 3 Defrauders

The news article reports on the arrest of three individuals involved in a forged visa scam targeting job seekers looking for employment opportunities in Kuwait. The scam was uncovered after a man, Shakeel Ahmed, filed a complaint with the police. According to his complaint, he had paid a total of Rs 5.85 lakh to the accused, which included Rs 4.35 lakh for five Kuwait visas and Rs 1.5 lakh for medical expenses. The accused had promised legitimate job opportunities in Kuwait, but the victims were left without jobs and with no way to recover their money.

The three arrested individuals were part of a larger network involved in producing and selling forged visas to multiple victims, mainly targeting people from Lucknow and other areas. The fraudsters used fake documents to create the illusion of valid job opportunities and misled the job seekers into believing they had a genuine chance to work in Kuwait. They provided the victims with forged visas and employment letters, taking advantage of their desperation for foreign employment.

The police investigation revealed that the accused had been running the scam for some time, using social media platforms and local contacts to lure people in. The scammers had initially approached job seekers by offering seemingly attractive offers and convincing them to pay for the visas and medical fees upfront. When the victims tried to contact them for confirmation or any further updates, the fraudsters either threatened them or refused to engage.

As part of the ongoing investigation, the police have seized several forged documents and are working to identify other victims who may have been duped by this scam. The authorities are warning job seekers to be cautious when dealing with unknown agents or companies that promise foreign job placements, urging them to verify the authenticity of job offers before making any payments.

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