Assam: Fraudsters target women staying alone; two held in Rangia

Rangia has recently witnessed a rise in cases of fraud and deception, prompting authorities and local organisations to urge residents—especially homemakers staying alone—to remain alert. Reports suggest that scammers are taking advantage of women living by themselves, using sweet talk and deceitful methods to steal their savings, jewellery, and other valuables.

Suspicious activities have been noticed across the region, with several individuals roaming around in various disguises while concealing their real identities. According to sources, an organised group has been cheating people by changing their appearance and using clever tricks to mislead unsuspecting residents before looting their money and property.

A particularly alarming incident in Dahara, Rangia, recently came to light, creating widespread fear among locals. Investigations revealed that not only outsiders but also individuals from different parts of Assam have been involved in such fraudulent activities.

These fraudsters reportedly adopt different disguises depending on the location. In some places, they pose as saints, while in others, they pretend to be healers, manipulating innocent people before carrying out the robbery.

In a major breakthrough, Rangia Police arrested two fraudsters involved in deceiving a childless woman in Dahara. The accused, identified as Jahan Ali and Mozammil Ali from Lanka, had changed their names and tricked the woman into handing over cash and gold jewellery worth ₹2 lakh.

Police officials stated that several crucial details surfaced following their arrest, shedding light on the wider network behind such activities.

Various groups and organisations in Rangia have demanded strict action and enhanced surveillance to curb the movement of suspicious individuals in the area. Authorities have also urged residents to remain vigilant and report any unusual behaviour immediately.

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