Odisha Police Foils Fake Officer Scam: Dual Arrests Made

Odisha Police arrested two men posing as police officers in Bhubaneswar, seizing 386 counterfeit Rs 500 notes. Identified as Manas Ranjan Senapati and Ashis Swain, the duo was apprehended during a routine patrol. Investigations continue into their deception using fake uniforms and counterfeit currency.

In a significant crackdown, Odisha Police has arrested two individuals impersonating police officers, seizing a large haul of counterfeit currency in the process. The arrest was made during a routine patrol in Bhubaneswar, where the accused were found with 386 fake Rs 500 notes.

The suspects, Manas Ranjan Senapati and Ashis Swain, were intercepted by the Saheed Nagar police while traveling in a car. They attempted to pass themselves off as law enforcement officers, going so far as to use phony police uniforms and identification cards to carry out their deception.

The case is being examined from two perspectives: impersonation and potential involvement in a counterfeit currency scheme. Authorities are intensifying efforts by probing into their network to unearth the source of the fake notes and any other individuals linked to the scam.

(With inputs from agencies.)