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Crime
Sehore: Fraudsters sell same plot multiple times, defraud retired NCO of Rs 25 lakh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 01:36 PM
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Police in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, are investigating a land fraud case where a retired army subedar was cheated of Rs 25 lakh. The accused allegedly used fake identities to sell the same industrial plot to multiple investors, causing losses of over Rs 1.5 crore.
Sehore, Madhya Pradesh: A serious land fraud case has come to light in Sehore, where a group of individuals is accused of deceiving investors by selling the same industrial plot multiple times. The alleged fraudsters lured victims with the promise of cheap land in an industrial zone, resulting in financial losses estimated between Rs 1.5 and 2 crore.
The most prominent victim is a retired army subedar, who was cheated out of Rs 25 lakh. According to the complaint filed with the police, the accused used fake identities and forged documents to execute multiple sale agreements for a single piece of land. This modus operandi allowed them to collect money from several buyers for the same property.
The local police have registered a case and are currently investigating the matter. Authorities are examining the transaction records and the identities of the individuals involved in the fraudulent deals. The investigation aims to trace the flow of funds and identify all parties responsible for the massive scam.
This incident highlights the growing concern over land frauds in industrial areas, where the promise of high returns on investment often blinds victims to the risks. Police have urged potential investors to verify all land documents through official channels before making any financial commitments.
The most prominent victim is a retired army subedar, who was cheated out of Rs 25 lakh. According to the complaint filed with the police, the accused used fake identities and forged documents to execute multiple sale agreements for a single piece of land. This modus operandi allowed them to collect money from several buyers for the same property.
The local police have registered a case and are currently investigating the matter. Authorities are examining the transaction records and the identities of the individuals involved in the fraudulent deals. The investigation aims to trace the flow of funds and identify all parties responsible for the massive scam.
This incident highlights the growing concern over land frauds in industrial areas, where the promise of high returns on investment often blinds victims to the risks. Police have urged potential investors to verify all land documents through official channels before making any financial commitments.