How much money did the Thane family lose in the black magic scam?

The Thane family was allegedly defrauded of over Rs 1.66 crore.

What methods did the accused use to defraud the family?

The accused used elaborate rituals, pilgrimages, and claims of countering black magic to manipulate the family into making payments.

When did the family's ordeal with the accused begin?

The family's ordeal reportedly began in January 2024 after they met the accused.

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Rs 1.66 Crore Vanishes in 'Divine Remedy' Black Magic Scheme

5 Apr

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Summary

A man allegedly defrauded a family of over Rs 1.66 crore.
The fraud involved fake black magic remedies and rituals.
The accused manipulated the family over two years for payments.

Rs 1.66 Crore Vanishes in 'Divine Remedy' Black Magic Scheme

A family residing in Thane district, Maharashtra, has reportedly been defrauded of more than Rs 1.66 crore by an individual who preyed on their beliefs concerning black magic. The Kasarvadavali police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Manjunath Shetty, a Mumbai resident.

The alleged fraud commenced in January 2024 after the family met Shetty, who claimed a relative had cast "black magic" to hinder their progress. He then prescribed elaborate rituals and a pilgrimage to the 12 Jyotirlingas, sacred temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Between February and April 2024, Shetty allegedly collected Rs 10 lakh in cash for ritualistic materials. Subsequently, from May 2024 until January 2026, the family transferred approximately Rs 1.56 crore through online transactions to bank accounts associated with the accused and his mother. Shetty reportedly warned the family that incomplete rituals would persist their problems if he were imprisoned.

Police have filed a case under cheating provisions and relevant sections of an act pertaining to the eradication of black magic. As of the report, no arrests have been made.

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