Man arrested in Mathura for defrauding women via social media scheme

Police in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested Lokendra, a resident of Hathras, on charges of orchestrating a sophisticated fraud targeting women through social media. According to investigators, the accused identified vulnerable women online and deliberately cultivated distrust between them and their husbands or family members. The scheme involved leveraging personal information gathered through initial conversations to amplify marital tensions and create emotional vulnerability. Once victims were psychologically isolated, the accused would establish a false friendship, which he then exploited to extract money and valuables. The police investigation revealed a pattern of calculated manipulation designed to weaken family bonds before initiating financial exploitation. Authorities have registered a case against the suspect and are investigating whether additional victims exist. The arrest highlights growing concerns over the misuse of social media platforms for targeted fraud operations in the region.