New Delhi: A shocking case of fraud has emerged from Haridwar, Uttarakhand, where a conman managed to deceive many by impersonating ICC Chairman Jay Shah’s personal assistant (PA). The fraudster was living a luxurious life under this false identity until the police caught him. Authorities also recovered a fake BCCI ID card from him.
Fraudster Enjoyed Luxury in Haridwar Hotel
The accused has been identified as Amarinder Singh, a resident of Ferozepur, Punjab. For the past several days, he had been staying in a luxury Haridwar hotel, claiming to be the PA of Jay Shah, who is the former BCCI secretary and current ICC chairman. Exploiting this false identity, the fraudster enjoyed VIP treatment, free accommodation, and exclusive hotel services.
Fake BCCI ID Card Found
Reports suggest that Amarinder Singh had a fake BCCI ID card, featuring both his and Jay Shah’s pictures. He also made unusual demands at the hotel and was engaging in suspicious meetings, raising concerns among the hotel staff. His unrealistic requests and shady behavior led employees to suspect foul play. Eventually, they informed the police, leading to an official investigation.
How the Fraud Was Caught
Hotel receptionist Vishal Pokhriyal reported the matter to the police, who launched an investigation. Upon verification, it was confirmed that Amarinder Singh was a fraud. The police arrested him from the Khadkhadi area of Haridwar and recovered forged documents, including the fake BCCI ID card.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
Haridwar police have registered a case against Amarinder Singh under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Authorities are also probing whether he has a past criminal record or if this was his first offense. Further investigations are currently underway.
This high-profile fraud case has left people shocked, raising serious concerns about identity fraud and security measures in hotels
