Kanpur Police Arrest Man Posing as DM, Swindling Woman of Cash and Gold Jewelry

Kanpur police have arrested a man accused of impersonating a district magistrate to defraud a woman of ₹26.50 lakh along with gold and silver jewelry, while allegedly sexually exploiting her under the false promise of marriage. The arrest follows a multi-day search after the victim filed a detailed complaint outlining the alleged deception.

The accused, who had been on the run since the FIR was registered, is expected to be produced before a court as the investigation widens to identify his associates and recover the defrauded assets.

Fraud Built on False Identity and Marriage Promise

According to police officials, the victim, a resident of Kalyanpur, stated that she initially met the accused in the Chakeri area. He introduced himself as a field officer with a government-owned bank and gradually gained her trust. Over time, he proposed marriage and claimed that he had cleared competitive examinations, been appointed as a sub-divisional magistrate, and later promoted as the district magistrate of Kanpur.

To strengthen his claims, the accused allegedly shared forged appointment letters, official-looking documents, and emails through WhatsApp. Convinced of his identity and future plans, the woman transferred large sums of money and handed over gold and silver jewelry, together valued at ₹26.50 lakh.

Soon after receiving the money and valuables, the accused reportedly cut off contact and disappeared, prompting the woman to realise she had been cheated.

FIR Names Accused and Alleged Accomplices

Based on the victim’s complaint, police registered an FIR against the main accused and three other individuals suspected of aiding him. The case includes charges related to financial fraud, impersonation, and sexual exploitation under the pretext of marriage.

Investigators believe the accused used carefully crafted fake documents and digital communication to create an illusion of official authority, making it difficult for the victim to question his claims.

Arrest After Days of Search

Police confirmed that the accused was arrested late Wednesday night from the Kalyanpur area following sustained surveillance and inputs from local informants. During preliminary questioning, it emerged that the accused and the victim had first connected via Instagram, where casual interaction gradually developed into a personal relationship.

Officials said the investigation will now focus on tracing the accused’s financial trail, verifying the role of the three named accomplices, and determining whether similar frauds were committed against other victims.

Growing Concern Over Online and Matrimonial Fraud

Law enforcement authorities say the case reflects a broader pattern of online and marriage-related scams, where fraudsters exploit social media platforms to build trust before committing financial and emotional abuse. Such cases often involve fake identities, forged documents, and promises of marriage or employment.

Police have reiterated their advisory urging citizens to exercise caution when engaging with strangers online, particularly in situations involving financial requests or claims of high-ranking government positions. Verification through official channels, they stress, is essential before trusting personal or professional claims made on digital platforms.

The investigation remains ongoing, with further legal action expected as evidence is collected and analysed.