Delhi Gang Busted for Fake Death Certificate Airline Scam

Delhi, June 26, 2025 – A gang in Delhi used fake death certificates to trick airlines into issuing refunds, stealing millions in a major scam. The police have caught the culprits, but the travel industry is shaken. Here’s what happened.

How It Worked

The scam was clever:

• The gang booked expensive flight tickets for foreign travelers.
• They sent airlines forged death certificates and medical reports.
• A traveler said, “I didn’t know my ticket was canceled.”

Airlines refunded the money, thinking it was for grieving families.

Scale of the Fraud

The operation was big:

• Hundreds of fake refund claims were filed over months.
• The scam hit airlines serving the US, UK, and Canada.
• An X post read, “This scam fooled major airlines.”

The losses were in crores.

How They Were Caught

The police cracked the case:

• Airlines noticed the same passport details in many refunds.
• Digital clues led to cyber cafes in Delhi’s Kirti Nagar.
• A detective noted, “Their mistakes made them easy to track.”

Arrests followed a raid on June 24.

Impact on Travel

The scam has consequences:

• Airlines are making refund rules stricter.
• Travelers may need extra proof for refund claims.
• An X user wrote, “Getting refunds will be harder now.”

The industry is on alert.

Police Advice

Authorities are clear:

• Don’t share passport or ticket details with unknown agents.
• Always check if a travel agency is legitimate.
• A local said, “We need to be more careful booking flights.”

Safety comes first.

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