Panchkula, June 20 -- A resident of Sector 26 in Panchkula was duped of Rs.1 crore by two persons who claimed that they had links in the Enforcement Directorate and that they would help him get out of an ED investigation.

Complainant Malkiyat Singh mentioned in his police complaint, filed on October 23, 2024, that his family owned 10 acres in Kundi village of Panchkula which was acquired by HUDA (now HSVP) for the development of Sector 20 in 1996-97. After receiving compensation, the family invested in land and a dairy business in Narayangarh, but some dues were pending with the HSVP so leading to frequent visits to the office.

On January 23, 2024, ED officials conducted a raid at their house. Although no incriminating document was foun...