India, May 1 -- According to the police, the crime took place over six months. The complainant began receiving calls in October 2024 from someone claiming to be a TRAI officer from Delhi, who told her that her mobile number, PAN and Aadhaar cards, were used in money laundering. Another accused joined the call and told her that the CBI was investigating the case and that it may cause problems for her daughters. A third accused, claiming to be the popular IPS officer Navjot Simi, questioned the victim about her family members and the funds she had in her bank accounts.

On November 15, the complainant transferred Rs.13 lakh through RTGS to multiple bank accounts given by 'Simi'. In January 2025, 'Simi' called the complainant again and said ...