New Delhi, India – Web Desk: A 35-year-old man has been arrested in India’s capital, New Delhi, for allegedly deceiving more than 500 women through an elaborate online romance scam, police said.
According to media reports, the suspect named Anand used multiple fake identities, posing as a doctor, film producer, lawyer, and successful businessman to build trust with women on social media and dating apps.
Police said the accused first established emotional relationships with victims and later requested money, often citing medical emergencies or business losses. Once the funds were transferred, he would disappear. He also allegedly lured some women with false promises of modelling opportunities and jobs in reputed organisations.
Investigators estimate that the suspect defrauded over 500 women, collecting nearly ₹20 million in total. The case came to light after one victim filed a complaint, prompting a police investigation that led to his arrest.
During the raid, police recovered four smartphones, eight SIM cards, three debit cards, and jewellery including gold bracelets and chains, believed to have been purchased using fraud proceeds. Digital evidence suggests the accused operated multiple fake profiles simultaneously across different regions.
Authorities have registered a case and launched further investigations to identify possible accomplices involved in the network.
The incident highlights growing concerns over online romance scams and the risks associated with digital relationships.
