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Maharashtra Doctor Loses Rs 16 Lakh Cash, Rs 2 Crore Gold In ‘Special 26’ Style Fake IT Raid

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The impostors entered using a fake search warrant, conducting a bold robbery under the guise of a tax raid, meticulously inspecting the house as if official officers

Authorities quickly arrived at the scene and, upon investigation, confirmed that the raid was entirely fraudulent. (News18 Marathi)

Authorities quickly arrived at the scene and, upon investigation, confirmed that the raid was entirely fraudulent. (News18 Marathi)

In a daring heist in Kavathemahankal in Maharashtra’s Sangli district, four individuals posing as Income Tax officers raided the home of renowned doctor Jagannath Mhetre on Sunday night, making off with a large haul of gold ornaments and cash.

The impostors gained entry with a fake ‘search warrant’, carrying out the audacious robbery under the guise of an official tax raid, reminiscent of the Bollywood movie ‘Special 26’.

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Claiming they were there to conduct a search, the impostors meticulously inspected the house, seizing approximately Rs 16 lakh in cash and 1 kg of gold ornaments valued at Rs 2 crore.

Initially, Dr Mhetre was unaware that the officers were not genuine. However, his suspicion grew during the raid, prompting him to contact the Kavathemahankal police immediately.

Authorities quickly arrived at the scene and, upon investigation, confirmed that the raid was entirely fraudulent. The incident has reportedly caused a significant stir in Sangli district, with police continuing their inquiries into the matter.

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