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Maharashtra family duped of over Rs 1.66 crore with 'black magic' claims, man booked
Updated On: 05 April, 2026 02:20 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
According to police, the family's ordeal began in January 2024 when they met the man at an event. On learning about their financial difficulties, he convinced them that a relative had performed black magic to obstruct their progress
The suspect allegedly promised the family divine remedies through rituals and pilgrimages, officials said. Representational Pic/File
A family from Thane district in Maharashtra was allegedly duped of more than Rs 1.66 crore by a man who exploited their fear of “black magic”, police said, reported the PTI.
The suspect allegedly promised divine remedies through rituals and pilgrimages, officials said on Sunday.
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