In a major crackdown, the Delhi Police have arrested four illegal Bangladeshi immigrants for running a fraudulent dollar exchange racket. The gang, known as the ‘Dollar Gang’, had been involved in multiple cheating cases, luring unsuspecting victims into fake currency exchange deals.
How the Scam Worked
According to police, the gang functioned in an organized manner, with each member assigned a specific role:
- “Tez Baaz” lured victims.
- “Mistri” negotiated the exchange deal.
- “Pagal” swapped real money with fake currency.
- “Thekedar” financed the operation.
- “Pahredaar” ensured their security.
The case came to light when a complainant was duped of ₹2 lakh in a fake dollar exchange scheme. The victim was approached at Dhaula Kuan by an unidentified man who offered to exchange a large sum of US dollars at a discounted rate. Tempted by the offer, the complainant agreed to a deal and met the accused at Samrat Cinema in Shakurpur on February 16. However, instead of genuine currency, the victim was handed a bag filled with newspapers, handkerchiefs, and soap bars disguised as money.
Police Investigation and Arrest
Following the victim’s complaint, an FIR was registered at Subhash Place Police Station, and a special team was formed to track down the fraudsters. Using CCTV footage analysis and technical surveillance, investigators traced the accused to Dhundhahera village in Gurugram, Haryana.
Illegal Immigrants Using Fake Aadhaar Cards
During the investigation, police discovered that all four accused were illegal Bangladeshi migrants who had been using fake Aadhaar cards for identification. The Delhi Police have informed the UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) to cancel their Aadhaar cards and notified the FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office) for their deportation proceedings.
Seized Items and Ongoing Investigation
Police recovered:
- Eight US dollar notes
- Two Bangladeshi Taka notes
- ₹40,300 in cash
- Two rolls of newspaper used for deception
- 11 mobile phones
Authorities believe this crackdown has helped solve at least four cheating cases linked to the gang. Further investigation is underway to identify other members and ensure the deportation of the illegal migrants.
Sources By Agencies
