What is the 'Black Blood' scam targeting seniors in Ahmedabad?

The 'Black Blood' scam involves fraudsters posing as doctors who convince elderly victims to pay for sham procedures to remove 'black blood' to cure their chronic pain.

How did the Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch bust the 'Black Blood' scam?

A vigilant bank manager alerted the cyber cell about an elderly customer making suspicious large withdrawals, leading to the arrest of one gang member.

Who were the key figures in the 'Black Blood' scam operated by Mohammad Amjad?

Key figures included fake 'Dr. Diwan' and his assistant 'Dhanraj Patil,' along with other Rajasthan-based accomplices involved in the scam.

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Fake Doctor Drains Elderly's Savings with 'Black Blood' Scam

19 Jan

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Summary

Gang preyed on seniors with chronic pain, posing as helpful strangers.
Victims were convinced to have 'black blood' removed for a fee.
A bank manager's suspicion led to the arrest of one scammer.

Fake Doctor Drains Elderly's Savings with 'Black Blood' Scam

Ahmedabad's Cyber Crime Branch has successfully intercepted a cunning scam syndicate that preyed on the city's senior citizens suffering from chronic pain. The fraudsters operated by identifying vulnerable elderly individuals, often at hospitals or public places, and offering them fake medical assistance. They would then convince the victims that their ailments stemmed from 'black blood' within their bodies.

Once trust was established, the fake medical professionals, including a fabricated 'Dr. Diwan' and his assistant 'Dhanraj Patil,' would perform sham procedures in the victim's home. Through sleight of hand, they would extract money by claiming to remove 'black blood clots,' charging thousands for each purported 'drop.' In one harrowing instance, the gang extorted ₹4 lakh from a senior before attempting to extract an additional ₹2.7 lakh.