Dibrugarh Police Seize Vehicle Linked to Online Trading Scam Accused
Dibrugarh, Assam: Dibrugarh police have seized a Chevrolet Beat vehicle that is believed to have been used by Sumi Borah and her husband Tarkik during their escape from Golaghat. The couple is accused of operating a large-scale online stock trading scam that defrauded investors of millions of rupees.
The seized vehicle, which was found without a number plate, displayed a variety of stickers, including one commonly used by advocates, as well as stickers from National Geographic and a "Save Animal" sticker. Inside the car, police found empty water bottles and chip packets.
The white Chevrolet Beat was brought to the Dibrugarh Sadar Police Station on September 11, 2024, in connection with a case involving the online stock trading scam. A lookout notice had been issued earlier for the couple, who are the brother and sister-in-law of a prominent actor.
The couple's arrest came after police arrested Tarkik Borah's brother, Amlan Borah, in Bihar on September 11. Amlan Borah was believed to be involved in the scam and was believed to have helped Sumi and Tarkik evade authorities.
The scam, which had been operating for nearly three years, involved the investment of clients' money in "shares" of companies, with the promise of substantial returns within 60 days. However, the funds were allegedly diverted to private, unlisted companies.
On September 13, 2024, Sudhakar Singh, SP, CID, arrived at Dibrugarh Sadar Police Station to investigate a case involving Bishal Phukan and others in connection with the online stock trading scam.
On September 12, 2024, Dibrugarh police produced Sumi Borah and Tarkik Borah in court. The police had requested seven days of custody, but the court granted five days. The couple was arrested earlier that day by the Special Task Force (STF) while they were en route to Dibrugarh to surrender.
The scam, in which the duo is implicated, is estimated to involve over Rs 2,200 crore.
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