Nandura, Maharashtra - In a major scam, Prateek Sharma, a junior computer officer at Nandura Urban Bank, has been arrested for allegedly stealing Rs 6.45 crore through online transfers. The Economic Offenses Wing, under the supervision of District Superintendent of Police Sunil Kadasane, is investigating the case.
Sharma is accused of working with other bank employees and cricket bookies Zubair Khan, Safdar Khan, and Sheikh Sadiq Sheikh Moin to carry out the theft. The police have registered a case under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the IT Act. SHO Vilas Patil is leading the ongoing investigation.
Investigation Points to Wider Network
The Economic Crime Branch began investigating two days ago, and they suspect more people are involved in the scam. The scope of the investigation is expected to expand as they look into the possibility of money laundering through a food business.
Bank Assures Customers
Nandura Urban Bank has assured depositors that their money is safe and there will be no financial impact. The bank's management, including chairman Champalal Jhanwar, vice-chairman Dattatray Supe, and executive director Rajendra Prasad Pandey, have urged customers not to panic. They emphasized that the bank is profitable and has no non-performing assets (NPAs). However, the incident has caused anxiety among some depositors, leading to a rush of withdrawals.
Former Corporator's Alleged Involvement
There are rumors that former corporator is involved in the case. He is accused of tampering with evidence and obstructing the police investigation.
Police Probe Cricket Betting Ring
The investigation has uncovered a possible cricket betting network operating in Nandura. The police are looking into the possibility of a larger network.
The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to be revealed in the coming days.
