Two People Arrested in Saharanpur for Duping Judge with Fake Haj Travel Scam

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Cybercrime Scheme Exposed: Judge Duped of ₹23.99 Lakhs

A complex cybercrime scheme has come to light in recent days, involving two individuals who allegedly duped a high-ranking government official out of a substantial sum of money under the guise of organizing a Haj pilgrimage.

The victims, a judge, entrusted two individuals associated with Al Fahad Tourism Company, a firm based in Lucknow, with facilitating their pilgrimage.
In exchange for this service, the judge paid the company a total of ₹23.99 lakhs.
However, despite receiving the payment, the company failed to deliver on its promises, leading the judge to realize they had been duped.

According to the police, “The company did not possess the necessary licenses to operate as a travel agency. As a result, the company was unable to arrange the pilgrimage or refund the money it had collected.”

An investigation into the matter was initiated by the cybercrime police, who worked closely with the Senior Superintendent of Police to apprehend those responsible.

Two individuals, Osama Rashidi and Ejaz Ahmad, were arrested and charged in connection with the crime.
Efforts are ongoing to track down the remaining suspects and recover the stolen funds.

Prevention is Key

To prevent similar incidents in the future, officials are advising the public to exercise caution when making online payments and to thoroughly research any company before entrusting them with sensitive services.

Authorities are also encouraging people to report any suspicious activity to the cyber helpline number 1930.

A Message to the Public

This case serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with cybercrime and the importance of taking proactive steps to protect oneself from falling victim to such schemes.

By staying informed and being vigilant, individuals can minimize their risk of becoming a target and help prevent these types of crimes from occurring.