Two brothers were allegedly cheated of four lakh rupees by a private company that promised to send them to Israel for employment. The accused reportedly collected two lakh rupees from each brother and handed over fake visas and flight tickets. The fraud came to light when the brothers reached Mumbai airport and were informed that their documents were forged. An FIR has been registered at Vibhutikhand police station based on their complaint.
Social Media Ad Leads to Fraud
According to the complaint filed by Anil, a resident of Pachrukhiya village in Kushinagar district, he came across a social media advertisement in January 2025 claiming to provide jobs in Israel. Influenced by the advertisement, he contacted the company along with his brother, Rakesh Kumar.
The complainant alleged that company representatives called them to their office in Vibhutikhand, Lucknow. There, they met three individuals identified as Firoz, Arushi, and Rafiq. The trio allegedly demanded two lakh rupees per person to arrange employment in Israel. After discussion, the brothers agreed to the proposal and deposited a total of four lakh rupees into the company’s bank account a few days later.
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Fake Documents Fail at Mumbai Airport
As per the complaint, the company later provided them with visas and flight tickets. On the scheduled date of travel, the brothers reached Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. During verification at the airline counter, officials informed them that the tickets and visas did not exist in official records and appeared to be fake. The revelation left them shocked.
FIR Lodged Against Three Accused
The victims immediately sought clarification from airport authorities and later approached the police. Considering the seriousness of the matter, an FIR was registered against the company and its three employees under sections related to cheating and forgery.
Police Investigation Underway
Police officials stated that efforts are underway to trace the accused. Investigations have begun into the company’s office operations, bank transactions, and submitted documents. Authorities are also examining whether other individuals have been similarly defrauded. The probe includes verification of the company’s registration, alleged foreign contacts, and the authenticity of its social media advertisements.
With the growing demand for overseas employment, such cases of fraud are increasingly being reported. Experts advise job seekers to thoroughly verify the credentials of recruitment agencies before making payments. The Ministry of External Affairs provides an official list of authorized agents on its portal for public verification.
Police have urged youths to check licenses, registrations, and government approvals before paying large sums to private agencies. They have also cautioned against falling prey to fake calls, social media advertisements, and unauthorized offices.
Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to arrest the accused and recover the defrauded amount. The victims’ families have expressed hope that the culprits will be apprehended soon and their money returned. The investigation is continuing, and further action will be taken based on the evidence collected.
About the author – Rehan Khan is a law student and legal journalist with a keen interest in cybercrime, digital fraud, and emerging technology laws. He writes on the intersection of law, cybersecurity, and online safety, focusing on developments that impact individuals and institutions in India.
