In a shocking case of identity theft, three fraudsters exploited a Thane real estate agent’s identity to execute illegal transactions worth over ₹383 crore. The victim, unaware of the scheme, discovered the fraud only when his bank issued a notice. The conmen had approached him with a job offer, seizing his PAN and Aadhar details to open bogus accounts and create shell companies linked to his identity. This alarming incident highlights the rising threats of identity fraud and the urgent need for increased awareness and protection against such scams.
