The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a series of raids across multiple states in India today, targeting locations linked to an alleged lottery scam. The nationwide crackdown aims to dismantle a fraudulent network that has reportedly duped thousands of people by falsely promising lottery winnings.
The ED’s search operations were carried out simultaneously in several states, including Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, and Gujarat. According to sources, officials seized incriminating documents, electronic devices, and substantial amounts of cash during the raids.
Preliminary reports indicate that the scam involved individuals who allegedly contacted victims under the pretense of winning substantial lottery prizes. Victims were then coerced into paying “processing fees” or “taxes” before they could claim their winnings, which, as investigators now reveal, never existed.
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The money collected was reportedly laundered through various channels to evade detection, prompting the ED’s involvement.
The ED initiated the investigation following multiple complaints from victims who were defrauded. The scam is believed to involve both local and international operatives, raising concerns over its extensive network and sophisticated methods. Authorities have not yet disclosed the total number of arrests but confirmed that further investigative actions are underway.
This crackdown highlights the ED’s commitment to combating financial crimes and safeguarding citizens from fraudulent schemes. Authorities are advising the public to exercise caution and report any suspicious lottery or prize-related communications.
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