Man Arrested for Posing as Income Tax Officer, Duping Woman of Rs 55.8 Lakh



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A man has been apprehended in Palghar district for impersonating an Income Tax officer and defrauding a woman of ₹55.8 lakh. The accused, Faiyaz Kader Kazi, along with accomplices, conducted a bogus raid, presented fake ID cards, and seized the cash before absconding. Police investigations, aided by CCTV footage, led to Kazi's arrest, and efforts are underway to find his associates. Authorities are reminding the public to be cautious and verify the credentials of any officials during official actions.

A man has been arrested in Palghar district for allegedly impersonating an Income Tax officer and cheating a woman of Rs 55.8 lakh during a staged raid. The accused, identified asFaiyaz Kader Kazi, also known as Manish Pawaskar, was taken into custody by Boisar Police on Thursday. According to officials, Kazi and his accomplices conducted a fake raid at a residence in Mann village last month. The group reportedly posed as Income Tax department personnel, displayed forged ID cards, and seized Rs
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FAQ :

Faiyaz Kader Kazi was arrested for impersonating an Income Tax officer and defrauding a woman of Rs 55.8 lakh through a staged raid.

Rs 55.8 lakh was stolen from the woman during the fake raid.

Police analysed CCTV footage from various routes to track the movements of the suspects, which led to the arrest of Faiyaz Kader Kazi.

A manhunt has been launched to find the remaining associates of Faiyaz Kader Kazi who were involved in the crime.

Police are urging citizens to be vigilant and verify the identities of officials during any enforcement action due to a rise in impersonation cases.




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