Vadodara Fake Call Centre Busted, Duped US Citizens

Vadodara Police busted a fake call centre in Akota, Gujarat, run by four individuals—Karan Lokwani, Jonathan Das, and two others—who defrauded US citizens by posing as loan agents from "City Credits". They lured victims with bogus loan approvals, then demanded $150-$200 as processing fees, collecting debit card details. Inspired by web series, the gang, including a stock market expert and experienced callers, sourced US contacts from the dark web and operated for two months, seizing assets worth ₹35 lakh.

6/8/2026