Former Bank Employee Turned Scammer: Operates Fake Aadhaar Racket, Produces 1200 Cards in Two Years
LCB Team Unveils Large-Scale Forgery of Aadhaar Cards in Unna
The Local Crime Branch (LCB) team has exposed a major scandal involving the creation of fake Aadhaar cards near the bus station in Unna. A person in the vicinity of the bus station allegedly provided individuals with Aadhaar cards without any verification. The accused is said to have generated around 1,200 Aadhaar cards within two years, charging fees ranging from ₹1,200 to ₹25,000 per card. This has raised concerns about potential connections to similar scams in Uttar Pradesh.
The LCB team initiated an investigation and arrested three suspects involved in fraudulent activities within their shop. The accused allegedly used computers and other devices for forging Aadhaar cards. Authorities suspect that the scale of the operation may indicate an organized network behind the scam.
One of the accused had previously worked on Aadhaar-related tasks in a bank, where they were responsible for Aadhaar-related improvements. However, irregularities in their activities led to their dismissal from the job.
The police are intensifying their investigation, seizing computers and other equipment from the suspects’ shop. The comprehensive probe aims to determine the full extent of the forgery operation and whether any organized network is involved. The case underscores the need for vigilance and stringent measures to safeguard the integrity of Aadhaar cards and prevent unauthorized issuance.
LCB Unveils Aadhaar Card Forgery Scandal; Three Arrested
In a significant breakthrough, the Local Crime Branch (LCB) team has exposed a major forgery scandal involving the creation of fake Aadhaar cards. The illegal operation took place near the bus station in Unna, where an individual allegedly provided people with Aadhaar cards without proper verification.
The accused reportedly generated around 1,200 Aadhaar cards within two years, charging fees ranging from ₹1,200 to ₹25,000 per card. This has raised concerns about potential connections to similar scams in Uttar Pradesh. The LCB team initiated an investigation and arrested three suspects involved in the fraudulent activities within their shop.
One of the accused had previously worked on Aadhaar-related tasks in a bank but was dismissed due to irregularities in their activities. Computers and other devices used for forging Aadhaar cards were seized during the police operation. Authorities suspect that the scale of the operation may indicate an organized network behind the scam.
Forgery Operation Exposed Near Unna Bus Station
In a recent development, a forgery scandal involving the creation of duplicate Aadhaar cards has been unveiled, running for the past two years. The illegal operation was centered around a shop near the bus station in Unna. The shop allegedly provided individuals with duplicate Aadhaar cards without proper verification processes.
The accused, Aslam Sheikh, who is the manager of the shop specializing in Aadhaar-related services, was arrested after a thorough investigation. The police discovered evidence suggesting that Aslam Sheikh had been involved in creating and editing various documents, including Aadhaar cards, for an extended period. The operation was not limited to Aadhaar cards but also included voter ID cards, birth and death certificates, and other official documents.
Three individuals, including Aslam Sheikh, Shabbir Sharif Sumra, and Javed, alias Bhuro Ibrahim, were arrested, and their remand has been approved for four days. Manohar Singh Jat, the Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) in Gir Somnath district, confirmed that the accused were involved in fraudulent activities related to creating and editing various official documents.
Forgery Operation Uncovered: 1200 Fake Aadhaar Cards Made in 2 Years
In a significant revelation, the police have exposed an illicit operation that spanned two years, resulting in the creation of 1200 fake Aadhaar cards. The illegal activities were centered around a shop and residence near Unna’s bus station, where the accused operated and provided individuals with Aadhaar cards without proper authentication. The suspects, who have been remanded for further investigation, managed to produce duplicate Aadhaar cards along with other documents such as voter ID cards, birth certificates, and more.
The accused, involved in the forgery operation, were identified as Aslam Sheikh, Shabbir Sharif Sumra, and Javed alias Bhuro Ibrahim. They were found in possession of multiple tools and equipment, including computers, laminating machines, laptops, color printers, and other devices used in the forgery process. The police confiscated the equipment during the raid at their shop and residence.
As per the information provided by ASP Manohar Singh Jat, the accused managed to create 1200 Aadhaar cards within two years, with 40 of them being duplicates issued without proper verification. The financial transactions related to this operation amount to approximately ₹17 lakhs.
The police have taken three individuals into custody and are currently conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the full extent of the operation. The suspects are expected to face charges related to forgery, and the case has now been connected to national security concerns. Technical assistance may be sought to delve deeper into the investigation and gather evidence against the accused individuals.
This incident emphasizes the need for robust security measures to prevent the creation and use of counterfeit identity documents, highlighting the importance of maintaining the integrity of official records. The accused individuals will be prosecuted under relevant laws, and further developments are awaited as the investigation progresses.
