Thane, December 16: A textile businessman from Maharashtra’s Thane district has been allegedly cheated of Rs 35 lakh, following which a case has been registered against four persons, police said on Monday. According to officials, the accused reportedly approached the businessman with a business proposal and gained his trust before siphoning off the money.
Police said the complainant transferred the amount in multiple installments after being assured of high returns, but later realised he had been duped when the accused stopped responding. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, and further investigation is underway to trace the accused and recover the money.
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