How Did Berhampur Police Catch a Fraudster in a Rs 6 Crore Scam?
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Synopsis
The recent arrest of Anil Kumar Mishra by the Berhampur Police highlights a significant fraud case where a businessman lost over Rs 6 crores. With the promise of lucrative investments under the Mission Shakti department, the scheme turned into a nightmare for the victim, leading to a police investigation that uncovered the scam's intricate details.
Key Takeaways
- Be cautious when investing in schemes that promise high returns.
- Verify the legitimacy of investment opportunities, especially those linked to government programs.
- Report suspicious activities to authorities immediately.
- Understand the risks associated with financial investments.
- Stay informed about common fraud tactics to protect yourself.
Bhubaneswar, Aug 5 (NationPress) The Berhampur Police apprehended a fraudster on Tuesday, who deceived a businessman out of over Rs 6 crores by pretending to offer investment opportunities in initiatives under the Mission Shakti department.
The suspect has been identified as Anil Kumar Mishra (35), hailing from Digipada village within the Kodala police station jurisdiction of Ganjam district. The victim, Anurag Mishra, met Anil through a mutual acquaintance a few years ago.
Anil convinced Anurag to invest in projects aimed at supplying various goods to blocks and Women’s Self-Help Groups under the state government's Mission Shakti initiative.
To establish trust, Anil initially provided substantial returns on Anurag's investments.
On April 29, 2024, the victim transferred Rs 2,00,000 from his account, and soon after, Rs 2,26,000 was credited to Anurag’s account through three separate transactions, reinforcing his confidence in Anil's scheme.
As a result, Anurag continued to invest significant amounts into various bank accounts provided by Anil.
According to police sources, drawing on this initial success, Anurag ultimately invested a staggering total of Rs 9,71,55,073 via bank transactions from his ICICI bank accounts between May 2024 and April 11, 2025.
Although Anurag received approximately Rs 3 crores as returns from Anil until April 11, 2025, he did not receive any further funds after that date.
Eventually, Anurag realized he had been scammed and filed a report with the Cyber Crime & Economic Offence Police Station in Berhampur.
During the investigation, it was revealed that Anil had merely invested the funds into various trading applications and was returning part of his profits to Anurag. However, he started incurring losses and could no longer provide returns. The investigation is ongoing to validate the claims made in the accused’s statements.
Point of View
We stand committed to delivering accurate and impactful news. The Berhampur fraud case underscores the critical need for vigilance in financial investments, especially those involving government schemes. Our responsibility is to inform the public and promote awareness to prevent such incidents in the future.
NationPress
20/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What investment scheme was involved in the fraud?
The fraud involved a scheme promising returns from investments in projects related to the Mission Shakti department.
How much money was lost in this fraud?
The victim lost over Rs 6 crores in the fraudulent scheme.
Who is the accused in this case?
The accused is Anil Kumar Mishra, a 35-year-old resident of Digipada village.
What actions did the victim take after realizing the fraud?
The victim reported the incident to the Cyber Crime & Economic Offence Police Station in Berhampur.
What did the police discover during their investigation?
The police found that the accused had been investing the victim's money into trading apps and was unable to provide returns after incurring losses.
