In a major development, Ashim Goel has been arrested in Guwahati, Assam, for allegedly defrauding investors of approximately Rs. 8 crore by making false promises of high returns in the share market and mutual funds.
The arrest was made by a team from Panbazar Police Station, following an investigation into several complaints filed by victims who were lured into investing large sums of money with the expectation of quick profits. The scam is still under investigation, and authorities are working to uncover more details about Goel’s operations.
This arrest is part of a broader pattern of financial frauds that have rocked Assam in recent years. Last year, Dipankar Barman was arrested in Goa after orchestrating the massive DB Stocks scam, which also defrauded investors of crores of rupees.
Additionally, Sumi Borah, a popular social media influencer, and her associates were involved in a similar investment scam, leading to significant financial losses for investors. While some of the accused have received bail, Sumi Borah remains in jail due to ongoing cases.
Authorities have urged the public to be cautious and conduct thorough research before making investments, particularly on online platforms. Investigations into these scams are ongoing, and the police are working to bring all those involved to justice.
