Police in Pune have launched a search for a man from Akola who is accused of cheating a 65-year-old resident of Pimple Gurav in a government job scam. According to the case details, the victim allegedly lost ₹9 lakh after being promised a government post for his son-in-law.

The complaint has been registered by Sangvi police, who are now investigating how the money was collected and the role of the accused in the alleged fraud. The case highlights how job-related scams continue to target families looking for secure employment opportunities.

Investigators have filed the matter under the BNS and are working to trace the suspect. The focus of the probe is expected to be on the alleged promise of a government job and the financial transactions linked to the complaint.

The incident has drawn attention to the risks of unofficial recruitment offers, especially when large sums of money are demanded in exchange for public sector jobs. Police efforts are now centered on locating the accused and advancing the fraud investigation.