Fake Doctor at King George Hospital
Visakhapatnam: A 37-year-old man posing as a doctor at King George Hospital (KGH) was arrested for allegedly cheating a father of Rs 1 lakh by falsely promising a kidney transplant for his sick child.
Deceptive Tactics
The accused, a resident of Sri Nagar Colony, Vijayawada, impersonated a postgraduate doctor at KGH, wearing a medical apron and stethoscope to gain the trust of patients and their families.
The Victim’s Story
The complainant, Dusi Ramji (33) of Narasannapeta, Srikakulam, stated that his five-year-old son, Mokshit Ram, has suffered from a kidney ailment since infancy. After treatment at Osmania Hospital, Hyderabad, the child was referred to Visakhapatnam for advanced care.
Phone Call Lures Family
After Ramji published a newspaper appeal on 22 February for his son’s treatment, he received a call on 25 February from a man claiming to be a doctor. The caller alleged he had accessed the child’s medical details through government sources and asked the family to visit KGH.
Rs 1 Lakh Paid in Good Faith
At the hospital, the accused escorted the family to the superintendent’s office and demanded Rs 1 lakh to arrange a kidney transplant. The father paid the amount the same evening but later realized he had been cheated.
Police Investigation and Arrest
Visakhapatnam police tracked the accused using CCTV footage and mobile numbers. Investigations revealed that he was involved in at least 33 cases across Andhra Pradesh, including theft and fraud. Upon arrest, Rs 30,000 in cash, a medical apron, and a stethoscope were seized.
Legal Action
A case has been registered under Sections 318(4) and 319(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at One Town Police Station. Authorities confirmed that the accused is a native of Tanuku in West Godavari district and holds a B.Tech degree from Aditya Engineering College, Samalkota.
Ongoing Investigation
Further investigations are underway to uncover the full extent of the accused’s fraudulent activities and to ensure justice for victims who were deceived under the pretense of medical treatment.
