Kharghar Police Arrest Man for Matrimonial Fraud Scheme, Victim Loses Rs 6.31 Lakh

Navi Mumbai, 21st April 2024: Kharghar police recently apprehended a 30-year-old man, Nabeel Munir Khan, following a five-month investigation into a matrimonial fraud scheme that victimized a 27-year-old woman from Kharghar. Khan had initiated contact with the complainant through a matrimonial website, initially gaining her trust by engaging with her father about a potential alliance. Subsequently, he cultivated a relationship with the complainant over phone conversations.

Under the guise of a successful mining business in South Africa, Khan persuaded the woman and her family to invest in his purported ventures. After extracting close to Rs 6.31 lakh from the victim, suspicions arose regarding Khan’s intentions. When the victim demanded repayment, Khan resorted to threats, prompting her to report the fraud to the Kharghar police.

Khan’s evasive tactics, including frequent changes to his phone number, posed a challenge to law enforcement. However, investigative efforts led police to a crucial breakthrough when they discovered a contact number for a banker with whom Khan maintained regular communication. Leveraging Internet Protocol Detail Record (IPDR) technology, police monitored Khan’s calls despite his residence’s lack of network coverage.

Further investigation revealed Khan’s attempt to open a bank account at a branch in Srivardhan, where he had undergone Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures. Posing as bankers, undercover police officers visited Khan’s residence, prompting his mother to summon him home. Upon his return, Khan was apprehended by the police.

In addition to his matrimonial fraud scheme, Khan’s criminal history included a prior robbery case in Mumbra. With a diploma in computer studies, he possessed technical proficiency that facilitated his fraudulent activities. Khan’s international connections were also uncovered, as he had previously worked for a mining company in Zimbabwe, where funds from his fraudulent activities were transferred.

The successful apprehension of Khan highlights the Kharghar police’s dedication to combating financial fraud and ensuring justice for victims of such schemes.