Syrian Fundraising Scam Uncovered in India: Arrest and Investigation
A Syrian national's arrest has revealed a fundraising scam, purportedly for Gaza victims, financing lavish lifestyles instead. Arrested in Ahmedabad, the investigation continues to uncover their true motives. A lookout notice is issued for three absconding accomplices to prevent fleeing. The crime branch and national agencies are actively involved.
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The arrest of a Syrian national in Ahmedabad has unveiled an alleged fundraising scam, purportedly intended for the needy in war-torn Gaza, but instead used to finance a luxurious lifestyle, police revealed on Saturday.
Ali Meghat Al-Azhar, 23, nabbed in the Ellis Bridge area, is said to have deceitfully raised funds under the guise of charity for Gaza victms, implicating absconding Syrians: Zakaria Haitham Alzar, Ahmed Alhabash, and Yousef Al-Zahar in the process. Their whereabouts remain unknown as an investigation by local police and national agencies is underway.
A tip-off led to the arrest where cash and questionable digital transaction evidence were found, raising suspicion of ulterior motives beyond charity. Authorities have begun blacklisting and deportation procedures for Al-Azhar while a lookout for his co-conspirators continues to prevent their escape from India.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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