Delhi Police Busts Fake Visa Racket, Arrests Three Fraudsters
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Updated: Sep 14, 2025 13:23 IST
New Delhi [India], September 14 (ANI): The Crime Branch of Delhi Police has arrested three people for allegedly cheating individuals by posing as employees of a company providing outsourcing and technology services for visa, passport, and consular operations worldwide.
According to police, the accused used a fake website and a USA-based WhatsApp number to defraud victims under the pretext of offering visa and job processing services. During the raid, laptops, mobile phones, and forged documents were seized.
A case was registered after a complaint was filed by Anand Singh, a consultant with VFS Global, alleging that certain individuals were impersonating the company’s officials to extract money from job seekers.
“The accused purchased the domain paramountoversease.co.in in 2021 through an online platform. The domain was falsely linked to Nehru Place and Janakpuri in Delhi to create credibility. They also created fake social media profiles and advertisements, misused the VFS Global logo, and claimed affiliation with the company. Victims were contacted via WhatsApp and fraudulent email IDs,” Delhi Police said in a statement.
A case under Sections 318(4), 319(2), and 61 of the BNS Act was registered at the Crime Branch, and the Central Range team began its investigation.
Technical Investigation and Findings
Police uncovered a highly technical and organized modus operandi. Cyber forensic analysis revealed that the accused operated multiple fraudulent online profiles across various platforms, prominently displaying the VFS Global logo and falsely presenting themselves as authorized representatives.
The profiles advertised services such as visa processing, medical appointments, document verification, and consular support—all legitimately provided by VFS Global.
Victims identified during the probe included Atul Kumar Takle, Azmeera Venktesh, Niranjan, and Eshwaria, who were collectively cheated of Rs. 3.16 lakh.
Under the leadership of Inspector Sunil Kalkhande, the team analyzed numerous email IDs, fake SIM cards, IP addresses, and bank records linked to the fraud. Their efforts traced the gang’s office in Zamrudpur, Delhi.
Arrests and Evidence Seized
The mastermind, Deepak Pandey, along with associates Yash Singh and Wasim Akram, was arrested from the Zamrudpur office on September 9, 2025.
During the raid, police seized hardware and software used for document forgery, mobile phones, laptops, and bank accounts used to receive fraudulent payments. Bank record analysis further revealed multiple fake bookings for visa appointment letters.
Pandey voluntarily confessed, admitting his role in preparing and circulating forged documents to deceive visa seekers. He revealed that the scheme was designed to impersonate VFS Global and offer fake visa facilitation services. His role included interacting with victims, handling WhatsApp communication, coordinating medical appointments, and collecting fees.
Police said Yash Singh was responsible for drafting and designing forged documents such as work visa applications, employment confirmation letters, offer letters, and ICA (Immigration and Checkpoints Authority) letters. He also helped manage the fake website and digital infrastructure.
Wasim Akram handled technical tasks, including creating and editing Form 16, preparing fake PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) applications, and producing counterfeit confirmation and appointment letters. He also managed fraudulent emails and social media accounts.
Ongoing Investigation
Based on Pandey’s confession and corroborating evidence—digital forensics, email logs, victim testimonies, and financial transaction records—the trio was arrested and remains in custody.
The investigation is ongoing to identify additional accomplices, trace the flow of illicit funds, and establish links with more victims, police added. (ANI)
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