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Fake Currency Bundle Gang Targets Women Across Bhopal

Fake Currency Bundle Gang Targets Women Across Bhopal
Gang Duping Women With Fake Currency Bundles Active In Bhopal · freepressjournal.in

A group of thieves is reportedly tricking women in Bhopal.

They first ask for directions to start a conversation.

Then they show bundles that appear to contain money.

They persuade women to put their jewellery into the bundles or exchange it for them.

The thieves take the jewellery and leave paper inside the bundles.

Several women have reported losing necklaces, earrings, anklets or mangalsutras.

Police say nearly a dozen similar incidents have happened in recent months.

Officers are studying camera footage to identify and arrest the suspects.

Key facts

Reported incidents
Nearly a dozen in the last few months
Target group
Women
Method
Approaching women for directions and using fake currency bundles to obtain jewellery
Recent case
A 35-year-old Bajaria woman was approached on August 13
Reported losses
Gold necklaces, mangalsutras, earrings and silver anklets
Police action
CCTV footage is being examined for clues
Police suspicion
The gang may come from another state and leave Bhopal after committing offences

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