Lucknow: Resident doctors from King George’s Medical University (KGMU) were reportedly cheated in an elaborate multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme, losing nearly ₹23 lakh. The victims have filed an FIR against three colleagues, accusing them of defrauding fellow doctors by promising high returns on investments.
Accused Doctors Lured Colleagues
According to the complaint, the accused doctors posed as company representatives and convinced junior and senior residents to invest, promising large profits and a luxurious lifestyle. Fabricated documents, photographs, and reports of supposed beneficiaries were used to make the scheme appear legitimate.
Money Transfers and Pressure Tactics
Victims transferred funds via credit cards and direct bank transfers to one of the accused doctors’ personal accounts. In some instances, they were pressured to sign agreements at hotels under the guise of “general terms and conditions.” Colleagues were also asked to bring in fellow doctors, with small “commission” payments given to maintain the appearance of authenticity.
Misuse of Personal Data
The complainants alleged that the accused doctors misused their Aadhaar and PAN details to create fake email IDs, credit cards, and fraudulent accounts on the company portal. Relatives were also listed as “new investors” under the scheme, furthering the illusion of legitimacy. Suspicion arose when victims sought to withdraw money but instead faced threats, false cases, and even career sabotage.
FIR Filed and Police Investigation
One of the victims reported that a false cyber complaint had been filed against him, leading to the freezing of his bank account. Describing the fraud as a “well-planned racket” targeting medical professionals, the complainants have lodged an FIR against the three accused doctors under relevant sections of the law. Police have initiated an investigation into the matter.
