00:00Two Indian nationals Dhruv Rajesh Pai Mangukia and Kashan Rajesh Kumar Patel on student visas
00:05have been sentenced to federal prison in the U.S. for involvement in online fraud schemes
00:09targeting elderly Americans, resulting in multi-million dollar losses.
00:13Underscore, in a troubling development that highlights the dangers of online fraud and
00:17exploitation of vulnerable populations, two Indian students studying in the United States
00:21have been sentenced to federal prison in separate but similar fraud cases.
00:25These scams, which used phishing tactics and impersonation of government officials,
00:30resulted in the theft of millions of dollars from elderly American citizens.
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01:17Underscore case details.
01:18Kishan Rajesh Kumar Patel Kishan Rajesh Kumar Patel, 20, entered the U.S. on a student visa
01:24and has now been sentenced to 63 months, over five years, in prison for conspiracy to commit
01:29money laundering.
01:30According to the U.S. Department of Justice, DOJ, Patel was part of an online fraud ring
01:36that used phishing emails, fear tactics, and impersonation of U.S. government officials
01:40to scam senior citizens.
01:42Patel collected cash and gold from victims, keeping a portion for himself while passing the
01:47rest to co-conspirators.
01:49The scheme reportedly involved at least 25 elderly victims and aimed to defraud them
01:53of over $2.6 million.
01:55He was arrested on August 24, 2024, in Granite Shoals, Texas, while attempting to collect
02:01what he believed was $130,000 from a victim.
02:04He has been in federal custody since August 29, 2024.
02:08This defendant took advantage of his visa status in our country and participated in an international
02:13fraud scheme, said U.S. attorney Justin Simmons.
02:17He preyed on the fears of vulnerable Americans for personal gain.
02:21Underscore co-defendant, Dhruv Rajesh Pai Mangukia Patel's co-defendant, Dhruv Rajesh Pai
02:26Mangukia, also an Indian national on a student visa, pleaded guilty on June 16, 2025, and is
02:32currently awaiting sentencing.
02:34Authorities suggest that he played a role in facilitating the laundering of the fraudulently
02:38obtained funds.
02:40Underscore separate case, Moynudin Muhammad and a related but separate case, Moynudin Muhammad,
02:46another Indian student, was sentenced to eight years in prison earlier this year for his role
02:50in a similar scam.
02:51His scheme targeted elderly Americans and resulted in losses of nearly $6 million.
02:57Like the others, he used impersonation techniques and was involved in the international laundering
03:02of stolen funds.
03:03Underscore the bigger picture, elder fraud and international scams.
03:07These cases are part of a growing concern over international scams targeting elderly U.S. citizens.
03:12Such scams often involve call centers, email phishing, and fake threats from government agencies.
03:18Victims are pressured into making immediate payments.
03:21Often in the form of cash, wire transfers, or even gold shipments, out of fear of legal
03:26consequences.
03:27The U.S. Justice Department and the FBI continue to emphasize the importance of public awareness,
03:33especially for seniors.
03:34Warning against, unsolicited calls or emails from individuals claiming to be from the IRS,
03:39FBI, or immigration authorities.
03:41Pressure to act quickly or provide money through unusual payment methods.
03:45Requests for personal information, bank details, or identification elder fraud is a federal
03:50offense, and those involved face serious criminal charges, regardless of immigration or visa
03:55status.
03:56Underscore the sentencing of these individuals serves as a strong warning against abuse of
04:00immigration privileges and exploitation of vulnerable populations.
04:04While these crimes were committed by a few, their actions cast a shadow on international student
04:09communities and reinforce the need for ethical vigilance, legal compliance, and compassion
04:13toward the elderly.
04:15Let us remain alert, report fraud, and work toward a safer digital and financial environment
04:20for all.
04:21Underscore if you or someone you know has been the target of elder fraud, please reach out
04:25to the appropriate authorities and report the incident immediately.
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04:35crime, cyber-enabled crime, U.S. Department of Justice, FBI.
04:40Prevention tips for seniors and families.
04:42Always verify the identity of anyone claiming to represent a government agency.
04:46Never send cash or valuables through mail to unknown individuals.
04:50Use caller ID and spam filters to screen communication.
04:53Report suspicious activity to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, IC3.
04:57Or local law enforcement.
05:00Underscore related resources and reporting links.
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