Noida Police Bust International Job Fraud Ring; Nine Arrested, Assets Seized

Noida – In a major breakthrough, the Sector-63 Police in Noida have successfully dismantled an international job fraud syndicate, arresting nine individuals involved in duping job seekers with false promises of overseas employment. The police also seized a large cache of equipment and documents used in the fraudulent operation.

In recent times, incidents of innocent people being lured with false promises of overseas jobs have been on the rise in Noida. The Noida police's crackdown on a gang involved in such scams will certainly bring justice to those whose hard-earned money, amounting to lakhs, was taken by this company.

The investigation was initiated after complaints were filed, with victims providing substantial evidence of being defrauded of significant amounts. As more victims came forward, a detailed investigation followed.

Rapid Investigation: After receiving a detailed written complaint, Sub-Inspector Manendra Pratap Singh, a dynamic officer already awarded by the Noida Police Commissioner for his exemplary work, led a deep and comprehensive investigation. Supported and guided by senior officers, he acted swiftly, coordinating with different departments to ensure a well-planned operation that quickly brought the fraudsters to justice.

Multiple Arrests: On September 6, 2024, the Noida police apprehended nine individuals from BEYOND SPARK OVERSEAS PVT LTD, including six women and three men. The key suspects include Pankaj Kumar (Director), Manpreet Kaur (Director), Sonu Kumar (Manager), and Rahul Saroj (Sales Team Member).The key suspects include Pankaj Kumar, son of Gajendra Pal, Sonu Kumar, son of Rakesh Kumar, Rahul Saroj, son of Ramraj Saroj, and Manpreet Kaur, wife of Pankaj Kumar. Along with them, Prashansa Kulshrestha, daughter of Manoj Kulshrestha, Dipali, daughter of Vijay Kumar, Mahima Agarwal, daughter of R.S. Agarwal, Mamta Yadav, daughter of Gopal Ram Yadav, and Tanishka Sharma, wife of Aishwarya Pathak, were also apprehended. The arrests were made at the premises located at E-57A, Fifth Floor, in Sector-63, Noida, under the jurisdiction of the C Block police post.

Fraudulent Scheme: Victims were enticed with fake job offers for roles such as storekeepers and administrative positions, with promises of monthly salaries between ₹1.5 to ₹2 lakhs. Using social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, the syndicate targeted vulnerable job seekers and demanded large upfront fees as "processing charges."

IPS Shakti Mohan Awasthi, DCP Central Noida, briefing the media.

DCP Shakti Mohan Awasthi provided details on the case, stating that a total of nine individuals have been arrested, including three men and six women. He explained that for the past few days, they had been receiving continuous complaints, but as soon as a formal written complaint was submitted, a serious investigation was launched. The Sector-63 police team conducted an in-depth investigation and gathered substantial evidence.

DCP Awasthi further revealed that the gang organized fake calls to deceive innocent people. They would collect as much money in advance as they could, depending on their interactions with different clients. Some victims were duped out of amounts ranging from ₹5 lakhs to ₹15 lakhs. The gang leaders, a husband-and-wife duo, have also been arrested. Additionally, the police investigation team found fake certificates and visas, which are currently under further investigation.

Investigation and Team Efforts: In recent times, incidents of innocent people being lured with false promises of overseas jobs have been on the rise in Noida. The Noida police's crackdown on a gang involved in such scams will certainly bring justice to those whose hard-earned money, amounting to lakhs, was taken by this company.

The success of this operation was due to the efficient and coordinated efforts of Sub-Inspector Manendra Pratap Singh and his team, including Sub-Inspectors Rajendra Singh, Rakesh Babu, Rahul Kumar, Priya Chaudhary and Nidhi Upadhyay, and Constables Mohit,Gaurav Kumar and Moolchand. With quick, decisive action, the team, ensured the swift arrest of the culprits, preventing further exploitation. Senior officers commended their excellent teamwork, praising the dynamic leadership of Sub-Inspector Singh, whose record of excellence continues to set a high standard for law enforcement. This case underscores the growing issue of job fraud and the importance of vigilance when dealing with job offers.

Several Victims Defrauded of Lakhs : During the investigation, one of the arrested individuals, Sonu Kumar, revealed that he worked as a manager in the company. Under the direction of the company's directors, Pankaj and Manpreet Kaur, they would gather information about people interested in working abroad through Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms. The company's sales team would then reach out to these individuals via calls and WhatsApp chats, offering them jobs in countries like Canada and Serbia for positions such as storekeepers, store supervisors, and administrators.

A laptop found on a table during the raid had an open WhatsApp application, and a call came through during the investigation. The caller identified himself as Mohammad Yunus, a resident of Srinagar, and stated that he and 7-8 of his companions had been defrauded by the company under the pretext of securing jobs abroad. He had been demanding his money back for quite some time, but the company had not returned it.

During the investigation, another person arrived on the scene. He introduced himself as Om Prakash, son of Guru Prasad, a resident of Rawatpar, Gorakhpur, currently living in Delhi. He explained that a year ago, he had paid ₹70,000 to the company to secure a store manager job in Canada for his son, Yogesh. However, neither had they returned his money nor secured a job for his son. Every time he visited the office to ask for his money, they would tell him to come later and dismiss him. He also mentioned that many other victims had been similarly defrauded by the company.

One of the arrested individuals, Sonu Kumar, revealed that he worked as a manager in the company. Under the direction of the company's directors, Pankaj and Manpreet Kaur, they would gather information about people interested in working abroad through Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms. The company's sales team would then reach out to these individuals via calls and WhatsApp chats, offering them jobs in countries like Canada and Serbia for positions such as storekeepers, store supervisors, and administrators.

A laptop found on a table during the raid had an open WhatsApp application, and a call came through during the investigation. The caller identified himself as Mohammad Yunus, a resident of Srinagar, and stated that he and 7-8 of his companions had been defrauded by the company under the pretext of securing jobs abroad. He had been demanding his money back for quite some time, but the company had not returned it.

During the investigation, another person arrived on the scene. He introduced himself as Om Prakash, son of Guru Prasad, a resident of Rawatpar, Gorakhpur, currently living in Delhi. He explained that a year ago, he had paid ₹70,000 to the company to secure a store manager job in Canada for his son, Yogesh. However, neither had they returned his money nor secured a job for his son. Every time he visited the office to ask for his money, they would tell him to come later and dismiss him. He also mentioned that many other victims had been similarly defrauded by the company.

File Photo - Sub-Inspector Manendra Pratap Singh, distinguished for his dynamic approach and awarded by the Noida Police Commissioner for excellence.

Seized Assets: From the company's office at E-57A, Fifth Floor, Sector-63, Noida, police seized 24 laptops, mobile phones, an Apple tablet, CPUs, keyboards, company seals, and documents linked to the fraud.

Legal Proceedings: Police have filed charges under Sections 318(4), 316(2), 111 BNS, and Section 66D of the IT Act. The investigation continues as authorities work to uncover the full extent of the fraud.

This case was cracked in nearly one month, demonstrating Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's zero-tolerance policy towards crime. The swift and coordinated effort of the Noida Sector-63 police team, led by Sub-Inspector Manendra Pratap Singh, serves as a shining example of effective law enforcement under the Chief Minister’s leadership. The operation underscores the commitment to maintaining law and order, marking yet another success for the dynamic police team in Noida.