A small-time egg seller from Patharia town, Madhya Pradesh, was left in shock after receiving a notice from the Income Tax Department demanding details of financial transactions worth nearly ₹50 crore. The notice, sent on March 20, required him to provide records such as bills, vouchers, transportation details, and bank statements for the financial year 2022-2023.
An Unbelievable Shock
Prince Suman, who sells eggs from a handcart, was speechless when he learned that his name was linked to such a massive sum. His family was equally stunned, unable to comprehend how an ordinary street vendor could be caught in such a serious financial inquiry. Overwhelmed and confused, Prince had no idea how to respond.
In an attempt to clear his name, he approached local authorities, including the Superintendent of Police in Damoh district. However, what followed was even more shocking.
A Fraudulent Company Registered in His Name
Further investigation revealed that fraudsters had misused Prince’s personal details to register a fake company named “Prince Enterprise” in Delhi in December 2022. Using his identity, they obtained a GST number and carried out financial transactions worth crores before shutting the company down.
The company’s registered address was traced to Zone 3, Ward 33, Shop No. D 31, Flatted Factory Jhandewalan, Fitted Factory Complex, Delhi. The egg seller, who had never been to Delhi, found himself tangled in an elaborate fraud scheme.
A Growing Scam Targeting Innocent People
Similar cases of identity theft and financial fraud have been reported across Madhya Pradesh in recent years. Many victims, including young workers and students, have unknowingly become the face of fraudulent transactions they never authorized.
Authorities are now working to unravel the scam and track down the perpetrators. Meanwhile, victims like Prince are left struggling to prove their innocence and deal with the legal nightmare they never saw coming.
