Man arrested for duping Chennai resident of ₹23 lakh with fake MTC job promise
A 66-year-old man from Ariyalur was arrested by the Chennai Central Crime Branch for allegedly defrauding a resident of ₹23 lakh. The suspect promised to secure a government job for the victim's son in the Metropolitan Transport Corporation but failed to deliver.
Why it matters
Job fraud remains a significant issue in India, highlighting the vulnerability of citizens seeking government employment through unofficial channels.
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) police have arrested a man from Ariyalur for allegedly cheating a Chennai resident of nearly ₹23 lakh by falsely promising to secure a government job for his son in the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC).
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