Kerala Police Arrest Three Individuals for Staging Fake Theft to Defraud Rs 40 Lakh

Police have detained three individuals for allegedly staging a fake theft to swindle around Rs 40 lakh from the father-in-law of the main suspect in Kuttikattoor. The suspects are identified as P M Rahees, Sajid alias Shaji, and Jamshid. A special squad resolved the case after two days by reviewing CCTV footage from various locations.

Rahees had lodged a complaint on March 20, claiming that Rs 40.25 lakh was stolen from his car parked at a private hospital in Poovattuparamba. He stated that the money belonged to a close relative who had entrusted it to him for safekeeping. Following this, police initiated an investigation.

Investigation Uncovers Fake Theft

CCTV footage revealed two helmeted individuals on a scooter breaking the car window and fleeing with an item. However, identifying them was challenging due to their helmets. The police later discovered that the scooter's number plate was fake, complicating the investigation further.

Despite these challenges, police intensified their efforts and located the scooter involved in the crime. They apprehended Sajid alias Shaji and Jamshid. During questioning, Sajid disclosed that he took a cardboard box and a bag from the car's back seat, which contained no money.

Rahees' Desperate Move

This revelation led to Rahees' arrest and interrogation. The investigation revealed that Rahees had orchestrated the fake robbery. He had been entrusted with Rs 40 lakh by a Bangalore-based company where his father-in-law worked as a manager. The funds were meant for the company's Kerala branches.

Rahees, who operates a tyre shop and bus service, used the money for personal expenses. When his father-in-law demanded its return, Rahees couldn't repay it, prompting him to stage the robbery as a cover-up.

Legal Actions and Further Investigations

The police employed scientific methods and examined multiple CCTV footage to arrest the accused. A case has been registered against them for filing a false complaint. Authorities are also investigating the source of the money involved in this incident.

The case highlights how Rahees attempted to deceive his father-in-law through a fabricated theft story. His actions have not only led to legal consequences but also raised questions about financial accountability within families.