New Delhi, May 17 -- The Cyber Cell of the Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted a major immigration fraud racket involved in cheating people on the pretext of providing Canada visas and work permits. Police have arrested an immigration consultant accused of duping a woman of Rs.1.83 crore.

According to the Crime Branch, the accused lured the victim by promising Canada immigration, a work permit, and business ownership opportunities. He allegedly claimed that he would help the woman settle permanently in Canada.

Police investigation revealed that despite repeated visa rejections, the accused continued giving false assurances and kept collecting huge amounts of money in multiple instalments. He is also accused of diverting the funds throu...