MLA seeks constitution of SIT to probe alleged gold fraud by ‘Chinna Tambi’
MLA T.S. Srivatsa has requested a Special Investigation Team to probe an alleged gold fraud case involving a trader known as 'Chinna Tambi'. Victims claim the accused cheated them by failing to return pledged gold ornaments after promising favorable loan terms.
Why it matters
This highlights local governance efforts to address financial fraud and maintain public order following civil unrest by victims.
The MLA representing the Krishnaraja Assembly constituency in Mysuru, T.S. Srivatsa, has urged the State government to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged pledged-gold fraud by Soundar Raj alias ‘Chinna Tambi’.
Addressing a press conference in Mysuru on Monday, Mr. Srivatsa assured the victims of the alleged fraud that he would raise the issue through a Calling Attention Motion in the Legislative Assembly during the coming session.
An FIR has been registered at the Kuvempu Nagar Police Station in Mysuru against ‘Chinna Tambi’ after several people complained of being cheated by the gold-trading firms run by the accused.
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