Thane Police bust matrimonial fraud racket, arrest two men; ₹14.25 lakh cash, 311 grams of gold seized

The accused allegedly targeted unmarried women and men through matrimonial platforms. After establishing contact and gaining their trust, they would promise marriage and convince victims to hand over gold ornaments and cash before disappearing with the valuables. File. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto

The Thane Police have arrested two men, including one on October 9, for allegedly cheating people through fake matrimonial profiles, promising marriage and persuading them to part with gold jewellery and cash. Police said the investigation has led to the detection of 19 cases registered across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane.

The accused have been identified as Dinesh Babu Manekar (39), a resident of Mahape in Navi Mumbai, and his alleged accomplice Suresh alias Babu Tanaji Mhatre (55), a resident of Chikhali in Raigad district.