A 26-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly cheating a Delhi Police woman constable of approximately ₹24 lakh in an investment fraud case, according to Delhi Police. The accused, identified as Vikrant Kumar, alias Vicky Tomar, is a resident of Baghpat district in Uttar Pradesh. Police said the accused allegedly contacted the woman through Instagram before shifting their conversations to WhatsApp. He reportedly gained her trust by claiming to be connected with cricket and subsequently persuaded her to invest money by promising attractive returns.

How the Alleged Fraud Took Place
According to the police investigation, the accused initially approached the constable on Instagram, claiming that he wanted guidance about joining the Delhi Police through the sports quota. Their conversations later moved to WhatsApp, where he allegedly developed a close rapport with her before introducing the investment opportunity. Police said the woman transferred her savings from her Axis Bank account, took a personal loan of ₹12 lakh and borrowed additional money from acquaintances. In total, she allegedly lost around ₹24 lakh. Investigators also found that approximately ₹8 lakh was transferred to bank accounts linked to the 1x.com betting platform, allegedly on the accused’s instructions.

Police Allege Misconduct During Personal Meeting
The police further alleged that during an in-person meeting, the accused touched the complainant’s waist inappropriately, with the intention of outraging her modesty. The case was registered at the Cyber Police Station in Delhi’s Central District on September 8, 2026, under FIR No. 271/2026. The FIR includes Sections 318(4), 316(2) and 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), relating to the alleged offences.

Investigation Continues to Identify Possible Victims
Police have arrested the accused and are continuing their investigation to establish the full extent of the alleged fraud. Officials are also working to identify whether other people may have been targeted through a similar method. The case highlights the risks associated with investment offers made through social media and promises of unusually high returns. Police have advised people to verify investment opportunities carefully and avoid transferring money without confirming the legitimacy of the individuals and platforms involved.