Kollam gang defrauds Thiruvananthapuram residents with job scams

A gang based in Kollam has allegedly defrauded residents of Thiruvananthapuram out of large sums by promising jobs at the Kerala State Beverages Corporation (Bevco). The city cyber police are investigating after victims filed complaints. The main suspect, Perinad Vijayan, and others reportedly contacted individuals, offering jobs in exchange for money. Victims received fake job confirmation emails and appointment letters, leading to significant financial losses. Victims had previously alerted Bevco about the scams, but no action was taken. The police have registered cases under various sections of the law, including cheating and forgery.