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₹25 Lakh Fraud Hits Disha Patani’s Family: What Happened in Bareilly?

Disha Patani’s father, Jagdish Patani, falls victim to a ₹25 lakh scam in Bareilly. Conmen promised a government position. FIR filed, and investigation underway.
 
₹25 Lakh Fraud Hits Disha Patani’s Family: What Happened in Bareilly?

Financial scams continue to rise, affecting people from all walks of life. The latest victim is Jagdish Singh Patani, father of Bollywood actor Disha Patani and a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police (SP). Jagdish was defrauded of ₹25 lakh by a group of five individuals who lured him with false promises of a prestigious government position. An FIR has been filed at Bareilly’s Kotwali police station, and investigations are underway.

Police Statement on the Case

Kotwali police station in-charge D K Sharma confirmed that a case has been registered against the accused: Shivendra Pratap Singh, Diwakar Garg, Acharya Jayaprakash from Juna Akhara, Preeti Garg, and an unidentified individual. “Efforts are being made to arrest the accused and take strict action against them,” Sharma said.

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Jagdish Patani, a resident of Bareilly’s Civil Lines area, trusted Shivendra Pratap Singh, whom he considered an acquaintance. During their interaction, Singh introduced Jagdish to Diwakar Garg and Acharya Jayaprakash, claiming to have significant political connections. The group assured Jagdish they could secure him a high-ranking position as chairman or vice-chairman in a government commission.

Believing in their promises, Jagdish transferred ₹25 lakh to the accused: ₹5 lakh in cash and ₹20 lakh via three bank transfers. However, no progress was made, and Jagdish began demanding his money back. Initially, the accused assured him they would return the money with interest, but as the pressure increased, their behavior turned aggressive and threatening.

The Fraud Scheme and Its Unraveling

Jagdish later realized that he had been misled. One of the accused was falsely introduced to him as an “officer on special duty.” Suspecting a larger conspiracy, Jagdish decided to approach the police, leading to the registration of the complaint.

This case highlights how even experienced individuals can fall victim to elaborate scams. It serves as a reminder to verify claims thoroughly before making financial transactions, especially with unfamiliar parties.
As the police continue their investigation, efforts are being made to bring the culprits to justice. For now, this incident serves as a wake-up call for everyone to remain vigilant against financial fraud, regardless of their background or position.

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