Kanpur: Kanpur police have arrested a man who allegedly posed as a district magistrate and defrauded a woman of ₹26.50 lakh along with gold and silver jewelry, while also sexually exploiting her under the pretext of marriage. The suspect had been evading authorities for several days and is scheduled to be produced in court.
The victim, a resident of Kalyanpur, lodged an FIR claiming that the accused convinced her to transfer large sums of money and hand over valuable jewelry by presenting a fake DM appointment letter and promising marriage. Upon discovering the deception, she filed a complaint with the police.
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How the Fraud Unfolded
According to the complaint, the woman first met the accused in Chakeri, who introduced himself as a government bank field officer and established a rapport. Later, he proposed marriage and claimed that he had been selected as SDM and subsequently appointed as DM of Kanpur.
The accused also shared fraudulent government documents and emails via WhatsApp to reinforce his story. Trusting him, the victim transferred money totaling ₹26.50 lakh and handed over gold and silver jewelry. The accused then disappeared, leaving the woman to realize she had been deceived.
FIR Names Accused and Three Others
The victim’s complaint led to an FIR against the main suspect and three others who allegedly assisted him. The police investigation revealed that the accused had used official-looking documents and emails to convince the victim of his purported government position.
The complaint also included allegations of sexual exploitation under the guise of marriage. Following the FIR, the police had been searching for the suspect for several days.
Arrest and Investigation
On Wednesday night, based on surveillance and informant input, police arrested the accused from the Kalyanpur area. The victim and the accused had initially connected through Instagram, gradually building familiarity, which the accused then exploited to commit fraud and abuse.
Authorities confirmed that the FIR covers both financial fraud and sexual exploitation charges. The investigation will now examine the accused’s network, the role of the three accomplices, and the method used to perpetrate the fraud.
Wider Concerns Over Online Scams and Marriage Fraud
The case highlights the growing risk of online and matrimonial fraud, where perpetrators exploit social media to establish trust before deceiving victims. Law enforcement has repeatedly warned about such scams, emphasizing caution in dealing with strangers online, particularly when promises of marriage or employment are involved.
Police have stated that the probe is ongoing, with further action expected against the accused and his alleged accomplices once evidence is fully examined.
About the author — Suvedita Nath is a science student with a growing interest in cybercrime and digital safety. She writes on online activity, cyber threats, and technology-driven risks. Her work focuses on clarity, accuracy, and public awareness.
