Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:03pm on 09 Oct 2025,Thursday India
Celebrity hairstylist Jawed Habib, his son Anos Habib, and an associate have been booked in 23 fraud cases in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal for running a ₹7 crore Bitcoin scam. Police said they collected ₹5–7 lakh from each investor through their FLC Company, promising returns of up to 70%. Over 38 victims have been identified. A lookout notice has been issued, and their properties may be seized if they fail to repay the money. Officers said the scam was operated like an organised gang, targeting local businessmen who mostly dealt in cash. (PC: HT)
