Abdul Karim Telgi, fake stamp paper scam kingpin is dead

Mangalore Today News Network

Bengaluru, Oct 26, 2017 : Abdul Karim Telgi, kingpin of the counterfeit stamp paper scam died in Bengaluru due to multiple organ failures on Thursday, reported news agency ANI. Telgi who was arrested in Ajmer in November 2001 had been suffering from diabetes and hypertension for over 20 years. He was admitted to Victoria hospital last week after he collapsed in prison. He was also undergoing treatment for HIV/AIDS.

 

Telgi was lodged in Parappana Agrahara Central jail in Bengaluru for the multi-crore fake stamp paper racket, along with a massive fine of Rs 202 crore. He was previously given special privileges like an assistant in prison on account of his severe condition.

courtesy:IE