Mamata Kumari, a former Deputy Branch Manager of ICICI Bank’s Chetla branch, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding a customer of ₹7.80 lakh. The police have accused her of misusing her position at the bank to carry out the fraud in December 2023. A case was registered against her, and she is now being brought before the court.
Credit Card Used for ₹1 Lakh Purchases
According to the police, Mamata Kumari allegedly took the customer’s credit card in December 2023 and used it to make purchases worth around ₹1 lakh without the customer’s knowledge. She is also accused of withdrawing ₹6.80 lakh from the customer’s Fixed Deposit (FD) account by allegedly forging the customer’s signature.
Police Traced Her to Uttar Pradesh
The police conducted an investigation at several locations to trace the accused. After gathering information during the investigation, they found that Mamata Kumari was staying in Uttar Pradesh. The police later located her in her hometown, Ballia, and arrested her on August 8.
Brought to West Bengal on Transit Remand
After her arrest, Mamata Kumari was brought to West Bengal on transit remand. The police are questioning her about the alleged fraud and are also trying to recover the money taken from the customer.
To Be Produced Before Alipore Court
Mamata Kumari will be produced before the Alipore Court today. The police are expected to seek her custody for detailed questioning and further investigation. The investigation is still underway, and police are looking into other details connected with the alleged fraud.
