Fake job alert: Man arrested for duping woman with fake govt job offer in Cuttack

The Cyber Police in Cuttack have arrested a man for allegedly cheating a young woman to the tune of Rs 3 lakh by promising her a government job in the district administration. 

The accused, identified as Satyajit Nayak, a resident of Athagarh in Cuttack district, had assured the woman that he could secure her a Junior Assistant post at the Cuttack Collector’s office. Believing him to be trustworthy—as he was from her locality—the woman handed over the amount in good faith.

However, after receiving a fake appointment letter from Satyajit and suspecting foul play, the victim filed a complaint at the Cyber Police Station.

Following an investigation, the police arrested Satyajit and confirmed that the appointment letter was fabricated. Authorities have initiated legal proceedings against him for fraud and forgery.

“The victim informed us that she was lured on the pretext of a job. She was asked for money and was also given an appointment letter. We suspect there are several other victims who have been cheated by the accused,” informed Commissioner of Police (CP) S. Dev Datta Singh.

The incident serves as a stark reminder for job seekers to verify employment claims thoroughly and avoid falling prey to such scams.