PHAGWARA: The Noormahal Police have registered a case of alleged cheating and immigration fraud after a local resident accused two individuals, including a Canada-based immigration firm director, of duping him of over ₹3.13 lakh on the pretext of sending his son abroad.
According to the complaint, Lovinder Singh, a resident of Basti Sheikh, Jalandhar, alleged that the accused promised to facilitate his son’s immigration to Canada. The accused have been identified as Sukaran Pathak, a resident of Nurmahal, and Amrinder Singh Director of Sealink Immigration Services Inc., with registered addresses in Brampton and Mississauga, Canada. While one of the accused is based locally, the Canada-based director is yet to be arrested, police said.
The complainant stated that between different stages of the process, a total amount of ₹3, 13, 826 was allegedly taken from him under the assurance that his son would be sent to Canada. However, despite repeated follow-ups, neither the promised immigration process was completed nor was the money returned, leading him to approach the police.
On the basis of the complaint, a case under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code has been registered. The investigation has been entrusted to ASI Gurnam Singh, who has begun verifying financial transactions, documents, and the role of each accused in the alleged fraud.
Police officials said the matter is under investigation and further legal action will be taken based on evidence. Authorities have once again advised the public to exercise caution while dealing with immigration consultants and to verify credentials thoroughly before making any payments, especially in cases involving overseas placements.