Canada Visa Fraud In Sonipat: ₹16.53 Lakh Overseas Job Fraud FIR Registered, Accused Arrested
Canada Visa Fraud In Sonipat: A case of overseas job fraud has come to light in Sonipat, where police has arrested an accused for allegedly cheating a family of ₹16.53 lakh on the pretext of sending a young woman to Canada for employment. The accused has been produced before a court and taken on one day police remand for further investigation. Immigration Frauds
According to the police investigation team, the arrest was made by the City Police Station, Gohana, following a complaint filed by Sahil, a resident of Khandrai village. Sahil had approached the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Gohana, on January 3, 2025, alleging that he and his family were duped by a man claiming to be an overseas recruitment agent.
Promise of Canada Job Turns Into Alleged Fraud
In the complaint, Sahil stated that in March 2024, the accused Sunil, a resident of Kaithal, visited his home and introduced himself as an agent who sends youths abroad for employment. He allegedly assured the family that he could arrange overseas employment.
Trusting his claims, Sahil discussed the proposal with his in-laws and agreed to send his sister-in-law to Canada. The deal was allegedly finalized at ₹20 lakh, with the assurance that the process would be completed by the end of August 2024. Acting on this assurance, the family reportedly paid ₹16.53 lakh to the accused by August 20, 2024.
Delays, Excuses, and Refusal to Refund
When repeated inquiries were made about travel arrangements and Canada visa processing, the accused allegedly began delaying the matter. According to the complainant, Sunil avoided clear answers and later flatly refused to return the money when asked for a refund. Realizing they had been cheated, the family approached the local police.
Following a preliminary inquiry and verification of the complaint, the police registered an FIR under relevant sections related to cheating and criminal breach of trust, and launched an investigation.
Accused Arrested, Probe Underway
Assistant Sub-Inspector Anam, along with the investigation team of City Police Station Gohana, arrested the accused and presented him before the court, which granted one day of police remand. Investigation team is now questioning the accused to trace the money trail, identify possible accomplices, and verify whether more victims were targeted using similar promises.
Police Issue Advisory to Job Seekers
Police officials have urged citizens to remain cautious while dealing with overseas job or immigration agents. They advised people to verify credentials, avoid large upfront payments, and rely only on authorized and government approved consultants.
The investigation in the case is ongoing, and police have indicated that further action may follow based on evidence recovered during the remand period.