Maharajganj (U.P.): A serious fraud case has come to light in the Aranwa area of the district, with police registering a case against two individuals for allegedly defrauding people and assaulting them under the guise of black magic and occult practices.
According to police, the accused allegedly frightened the victim's family with tales of ghosts and spirits, and then took money and jewelry in the name of exorcism and religious rituals. Subsequently, when the victims demanded the return of the money and jewelry, the two accused subjected them to verbal abuse and physical assault, and also threatened them with death.
As the matter escalated, the victim approached the court, which ordered the police to register a case under relevant sections, including fraud and assault, and initiate an investigation. This incident has raised concerns within the local community, as allegations of fraud exploiting religious beliefs have surfaced from time to time.
