Pune Businessman Duped Of ₹1.85 Crore On Promise Of Software Projects; Dhayari Man Arrested, Two Others Booked

Pune police have apprehended Pravin Dattu Shelke, a 40-year-old man from Dhayari, for allegedly defrauding a businessman of ₹1.85 crore. The accused allegedly promised the businessman software projects to induce him into investing in a firm. A case has been registered against Nita Pravin Shelke and Richard Patridge, both accused of the fraud.

The alleged scheme took place from May 25, 2025 to February 2026 at Priston Info Global Solution Pvt. Ltd., located in Navale Icon, Narhe. According to the complaint filed by Tushar Tejram Ghadale, the fraudsters purportedly had connections to secure projects for the company. They allegedly sent forged agreements and documents, initially taking ₹2.80 lakh from the victim.

Police claim the accused fabricated email correspondence and agreements exchanged between the victim and his associates, creating the impression that the company was owned and operated by them. The fraudster allegedly gained the victim's confidence and induced him to establish a partnership in the software company. The victim was allegedly persuaded to invest ₹1.85 crore in the company, despite the fraudsters allegedly knowing no projects would materialize.

The accused person, Krishna Gwas, was appointed as a trainer at the company, further contributing to the deception. Police are currently investigating the matter.