Siliguri, 21st July: In a case of fraud involving ₹60 lakh in the name of investment, the CID has arrested three accused from Gujarat. After obtaining transit remand, the accused were produced before Siliguri court on Monday, where the CID sought their custody for further interrogation.
The case dates back to 25th April 2024, when Siliguri resident Rajesh Jaiswal lodged a complaint at the Cyber Crime Police Station of Siliguri Metropolitan Police. He alleged that he was duped of ₹60 lakh under the pretext of investment. During the initial probe, police identified the bank account where the money was transferred and arrested Paramjit Singh from Delhi, but he was later released on bail.
Following dissatisfaction with the local investigation, the complainant approached the High Court. On the court’s order, the case was handed over to the CID. Acting promptly, the CID arrested three more accused from Gujarat.
CID officials confirmed that the investigation is still underway, and efforts are being made to trace other suspects involved in the fraud.