Alwal Police Uncover Major 2-BHK House Allotment Scam; Three Individuals Held
The Alwal police have arrested three individuals involved in a massive 2-BHK house allotment scam. The suspects allegedly swindled approximately 100 victims by using forged government documents to promise housing, collecting significant processing fees before the scheme was uncovered.
Highlights
- •Alwal police arrested three suspects linked to a 2-BHK housing scam.
- •The perpetrators defrauded roughly 100 victims by promising fake house allotments.
- •Fraudsters collected between Rs. 50,000 and Rs. 1 lakh per victim as processing fees.
- •Police are actively searching for three additional suspects currently at large.
Law enforcement officials in Alwal have successfully dismantled a sophisticated criminal operation involving a fraudulent government housing scheme. The Alwal police recently confirmed the arrest of three individuals suspected of orchestrating a large-scale 2-BHK house allotment scam that deceived numerous unsuspecting residents.
Authorities took decisive action in May 2026 after receiving a formal complaint from a local citizen, Gogikar Prasad. The investigation revealed that the perpetrators had been operating for nearly three years, luring approximately 100 individuals from lower-income backgrounds with the false promise of securing government-allocated housing under the 2-BHK scheme.
Details of the Fraudulent Scheme
The suspects utilized forged official documents to create an air of legitimacy around their illicit activities. Among the arrested are Timmiri Gopinath Pushpalatha (54), Timmiri Gopinath Vishal (21), and Mahender Singh (45), all of whom are residents of Tirumalagiri. Police recovered 79 falsified 2-BHK house allotment certificates and several mobile devices during the operation.
The group exploited the victims' trust by leveraging the false reputation of Timmiri Gopinath Pushpalatha, who allegedly claimed to hold a senior position within the GHMC. By convincing vulnerable people that she had the influence to guarantee property allotments, the suspects successfully collected illicit processing fees ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1 lakh per person. Victims remained hopeful for years, only to realize the deception when no actual allotments occurred.
Ongoing Investigation and Search for Absconding Suspects
While the initial arrests represent a significant breakthrough in this 2-BHK house allotment scam, the case remains active. Law enforcement is currently tracking several other individuals linked to the syndicate. The prime suspects identified as Jayaraj Gangadharan, Nisha Raj, and Chintu Raj are currently on the run. Authorities are conducting specialized operations to ensure their immediate apprehension.
This incident serves as a stark reminder for citizens to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes promising government benefits. Officials emphasize that all official housing allotments are processed through transparent, authorized government channels, and individuals should be wary of any third-party agents demanding large processing fees in exchange for guaranteed government services.
As the investigation progresses, the Alwal police are working to gather further evidence against the detained suspects while intensifying efforts to bring the remaining accused to justice. Further updates on this ongoing case are expected as legal proceedings move forward.
