Two men were caught by India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Kolkata for impersonating ED officials and extorting large sums of money from local businessmen. The suspects, operating for nearly two years, used threats and fake documents to deceive their victims into handing over crores of rupees.
How the Conmen Operated
The accused, identified as Jinner Ali and Sinner Ali, ran an elaborate scam from August 2023 to June 2025. They posed as high-ranking ED officers investigating businessmen for money laundering and other crimes. To appear authentic, they used a white Toyota Fortuner SUV decorated with fake ED logos. They called victims to official-looking government buildings like the CGO Complex, where they intimidated them with threats of arrests, asset seizures, and long legal troubles if they did not pay money. In one known case, a businessman was forced to transfer ₹20 lakh into a company account controlled by the fraudsters.
The Arrest and Investigation
After receiving complaints, the ED launched raids in Kolkata and nearby Bardhaman, arresting the two suspects on July 3. Investigators discovered that the men had even claimed to be heads of an anti-trafficking committee, adding to their false authority. They used forged documents stamped with the ED emblem to intimidate victims further. The ED is continuing to probe the full extent of the scam and is identifying more victims.
Legal Proceedings and Detainment
The arrested men were produced before a special court dealing with money laundering cases and were sent to ED custody until July 16. Authorities are now gathering more evidence and preparing to press charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The case highlights the legal system’s growing role in tackling impersonation and financial fraud.
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A Warning to the Public
This case serves as a warning to businessmen and the general public about scams involving fake law enforcement officers. The ED has urged everyone to be vigilant and verify the identity of anyone claiming to be from a government agency. Reporting suspicious behavior quickly can help prevent these kinds of frauds and protect innocent people from losing their hard-earned money.