Fake IAS officer held for cheating Bengaluru chemist of Rs 41 lakh
Indian Express·2h ago·Anger
What Happened
Bengaluru police arrested Mithun from Chikkamagaluru for posing as a 2023-batch IAS officer. He allegedly cheated medical store owner Satish G R of Rs 41 lakh by promising government medicine supply contracts worth Rs 1.8 crore. The accused claimed 20 percent commission, receiving Rs 36 lakh in cash and Rs 5 lakh online. Police suspect similar fraud targeting healthcare sector. Investigation continues.
Key Entities
MithunAmruthahalli policeBengaluruSatish G RShreyas MedicalsDr ChandrashekarIAS officerNational Health MissionChikkamagaluruRs 41 lakh