Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has achieved a major breakthrough by arresting three Syrian nationals accused of duping people under the pretext of collecting funds to help victims of the Gaza conflict.

According to officials, the accused were accomplices of another Syrian national who had earlier been arrested in the same case. Following his arrest, the trio went absconding. Using technical surveillance and confidential intelligence inputs, the Crime Branch tracked their location and apprehended them at Delhi Airport. During the operation, police recovered over ₹3 lakh in cash from their possession, indicating the scale of the fraud.

The Modus Operandi
Investigations revealed a shocking method of deception. The accused exploited the ongoing Gaza conflict by appealing to people’s emotions and collecting donations from individuals as well as charitable organizations. However, instead of using the money for humanitarian aid, they allegedly diverted it for personal gains. By misusing public sentiments, the group not only breached trust but also orchestrated an organized fraud.

Further Probe Underway
Following the arrests, legal proceedings have been initiated against all the accused. Police believe the crackdown could help curb similar fraudulent activities with international links. Investigators are also probing whether more people are involved in this racket.

Officials have urged citizens to verify the authenticity and transparency of organizations before making donations. The case serves as a strong reminder of the need for vigilance to prevent such scams from exploiting public generosity.