Farmers Beware: Gang Exploits Trust, Cheats Hundreds in Saurashtra

 

In the arid landscapes of Saurashtra, a devastating cyber fraud has left hundreds of diligent farmers in despair. Orchestrated by a cunning gang of 12 individuals, the masterminds behind this elaborate scam were identified as Paresh Velani and his wife, Shital. This deceitful group preyed on the trust of unsuspecting farmers across six districts, pushing them into a web of fraudulent deals.

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The decisive intervention of the Jamnagar Cyber Crime unit, in collaboration with Junagadh police, resulted in the apprehension of 11 out of the 12 individuals involved, including the central figures, Paresh Velani and Shital. The roots of this intricate scheme were unearthed after eight farmers reported falling victim to a scam at the Cyber Crime police station. These farmers had been enticed into deals that promised lucrative commissions and profits for engaging in tarpaulin and chemical pesticide agencies.

Inspector PP Jha, heading the Cyber Crime police, shed light on the modus operandi employed by Velani and his wife. They established a fictitious entity named Seven Star to facilitate their fraudulent activities. The gang members, posing as representatives of Seven Star, initiated contact with farmers, offering them agricultural products at seemingly reasonable prices. The farmers' data, crucial for their ploy, was sourced from stores selling farming equipment. The deceptive gang even provided cash-on-delivery options, further enhancing the illusion of legitimacy.

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Once the farmers received the purportedly high-quality products, the fraudsters intensified their manipulation. Calling back, they enticed the farmers with promises of commissions and profits if they assumed agency roles for Seven Star. Different members of the gang played the roles of Seven Star executives, each contributing to the grand illusion. Ram Vadher, aged 31, was assigned the task of collecting data from the shops, further amplifying the reach of the scam.

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Inspector Jha highlighted the unfortunate trust that the victims placed in the company. Having received seemingly good products and communicating with different individuals representing the fraudulent enterprise, the farmers willingly agreed to take on agency roles. However, the gang, operating with meticulous precision, refrained from signing any contracts, instead focusing on extracting money for registration and other fictitious charges. Eventually, communication ceased, leaving the farmers in the dark about the scam's true nature. The police discovered records containing the names of approximately 125 victims, primarily hailing from various districts, highlighting the extensive reach of the fraud.

This elaborate ruse had been in operation for an alarming two years. While Paresh Velani and his wife orchestrated the grand plan, provided SIM cards, and managed the call center in Junagadh, other members played pivotal roles as tele-callers. Inspector Jha expressed the challenges faced by law enforcement, stating, "We started watching them, but they changed phones and SIM cards often, making it hard to locate them immediately."

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The farmers, who had placed their faith in Seven Star, unknowingly became pawns in a sophisticated cyber fraud. As the legal machinery grinds into action, the apprehension of the majority of the gang members offers a glimmer of hope for justice. Yet, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that persist in the digital age, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance and stringent measures to protect unsuspecting individuals from falling prey to such malicious schemes.

Source: https://www.the420.in/farmers-beware-gang-exploits-trust-cheats-hundreds-in-saurashtra/



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