The Central Crime Branch’s Special Inquiry wing officials nabbed a 43-year-old HR executive on Wednesday for supposedly tricking young people with fake job offers at well-known companies. Patnool Khalandar Khan, a JP Nagar resident, got arrested following a victim’s complaint. Khan moved to Bengaluru last year in search of work and secured a role as an HR consultant at a private firm. He duped several job seekers by guaranteeing them positions at MNCs and IT firms, collecting a total of ₹14.2 lakh from eight individuals in recent months. The police also charged two other suspects, Veeresh and Inayath, who are currently evading capture. Authorities seized ₹1.5 lakh from Khan and are currently investigating to recover the remaining amount.
Uncovering the Scam:
The scam unfolded when a victim reported Khan’s fraudulent activities to the authorities, prompting an investigation by the Central Crime Branch. Khan, under the guise of an HR consultant, preyed on vulnerable unemployed individuals desperate for work. Making false promises and exploiting their trust, he managed to swindle a significant sum of money from unsuspecting victims. The victims, lured in by the prospect of prestigious job opportunities, fell victim to Khan’s deceitful practices. As the case unraveled, it became apparent that Khan’s actions had far-reaching consequences, impacting not only the victims but also tarnishing the reputation of legitimate recruitment practices.
Hunt for the Culprits:
As the police intensify their efforts to track down the remaining suspects, Veeresh and Inayath, the investigation enters a critical phase. The authorities are leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of justice for the victims defrauded by the accused individuals. The recovery of the embezzled funds remains a top priority for the authorities, who are determined to ensure that all victims receive due compensation. With the apprehension of Khan marking a significant breakthrough in the case, the focus now shifts to locating the absconding suspects and holding them accountable for their involvement in the elaborate scam. As the investigation progresses, the full extent of the fraudulent scheme is expected to come to light, shedding further light on the tactics employed by the perpetrators to deceive unsuspecting job seekers.
