UP Teen Fakes Kidnapping to Extort Rs 5 Lakh from Family

A financially struggling teen from Uttar Pradesh, who had moved to Pune, faked his own kidnapping to extort Rs 5 lakh from his family. Police described his claims as "crocodile tears" after uncovering the scheme.

18 Aug, 09:03 — 18 Aug, 09:03

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'I Am Kidnapped': UP Teen's 'Crocodile Tears' To Extort Rs 5 Lakh From Family

Om Prakash had come to Pune some time ago but did not have a permanent job. Police said he was struggling financially and had repeatedly sought money from his family.

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UP Teen Fakes Kidnapping to Extort Rs 5 Lakh from Family

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'I Am Kidnapped': UP Teen's 'Crocodile Tears' To Extort Rs 5 Lakh From Family

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