Lucknow Police Crackdown on Real Estate Fraud Syndicate

The Lucknow Police attached over Rs 5.78 crore in movable and immovable assets linked to a real estate fraud syndicate. Allegedly led by Pramod Kumar Upadhyay and associate Vinod Kumar Upadhyay, the syndicate sold non-existent or disputed land to unsuspecting buyers, often targeting armed forces personnel.

In a significant crackdown on organized crime, the Lucknow Police have attached assets worth over Rs 5.78 crore under the Gangsters Act, linked to an elaborate real estate fraud scheme in the Mohanlalganj area. Officials report that the syndicate, led by Pramod Kumar Upadhyay and Vinod Kumar Upadhyay, deceived buyers by selling non-existent or disputed plots.

The gang specifically targeted personnel from the armed forces and paramilitary units, exploiting their limited availability for land verification. Since 2020, a total of 66 cases, including fraud and criminal conspiracy, have been filed against the accused at various local police stations.

The authorities seized a plot, a semi-constructed house, and three luxury vehicles following a court order. The police's firm stance against organized crime is part of ongoing efforts to protect public welfare and maintain safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)