Two separate fraud cases in the districts of Darbandikhan and Bardarash have resulted in losses exceeding $3.2 million, with suspects accused of deceiving citizens through online commerce and investment schemes promising high returns.

$1.7 Million Fraud Scheme in Darbandikhan

In Darbandikhan, a woman allegedly collected $1.7 million from citizens under the pretext of conducting online commerce and importing laser devices before later claiming the funds had been lost.

Darbandikhan District Governor Amanj Mohammed told Channel8 that seven to eight individuals have been arrested so far in connection with the case, adding that investigations are continuing to uncover further details.

Investment Scheme in Bardarash

In the village of Baninan, within Bardarash district, another woman allegedly collected money from residents for more than a year by promising to double their investments within 12 months.

One of the victims said the suspect claimed the money would be invested in business projects, but it was later discovered that the operation was a scheme to collect funds from citizens.

According to reports, the Bardarash suspect allegedly defrauded more than 30 victims of an estimated $1.5 million.

The suspect has reportedly abandoned her residence and fled. Although no formal legal complaints had been filed at the time of reporting, the number of victims expected to initiate legal action is anticipated to increase beginning today.

Combined Losses Exceed $3.2 Million

The combined losses in the Darbandikhan and Bardarash cases exceed $3.2 million.

While arrests and legal proceedings are already underway in Darbandikhan, authorities say the Bardarash case remains in its early stages, with security forces awaiting formal complaints from victims before launching efforts to locate and apprehend the fugitive suspect.