Bride of Deceit: Woman Marries 8 Men, Extorts Lakhs — Caught Red-Handed at Her 9th Wedding
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In a sensational case that sounds more like the plot of a gripping crime thriller than real life, a woman who married eight men across different cities and extorted lakhs of rupees from them has finally been arrested — just as she was about to tie the knot for the ninth time.
This bizarre incident unfolded in [City Name], where local police were tipped off about a woman who had been marrying men under false pretenses and vanishing with their money shortly after. Dubbed by the media as the “serial bride con artist,” her pattern was shockingly consistent — love, marry, loot, and leave.
The Modus Operandi: Charm, Commitment, and Cheating
The woman, identified as [Name Withheld for Legal Reasons], reportedly operated across multiple states. She targeted middle-aged, financially stable men, often posing as a well-educated, independent woman looking for a serious relationship through matrimonial websites or community matchmakers.
Once trust was established, she would convince the men to marry her quickly, citing family pressure or emotional blackmail. Soon after marriage, she would demand money — often in the name of urgent medical needs, family crises, or investment opportunities. Once the money was transferred, she would disappear.
In some cases, she even managed to flee with valuables, gold jewelry, and important documents — leaving the victims humiliated and helpless.
Caught at the Mandap: The Final Curtain Falls
Her luck finally ran out when she was about to marry her ninth unsuspecting victim, a small business owner in [another city]. The groom’s cousin, suspicious of her vague answers during pre-wedding rituals, decided to run a quick online search — only to discover a local news article from another state showing a photograph of the same woman accused of bigamy and fraud.
Acting swiftly, the family alerted local authorities, and police reached the wedding venue just in time. The woman was taken into custody mid-ceremony, shocking everyone present.
Police Investigation: A Web of Lies
Upon interrogation, the woman confessed to marrying at least eight men, although investigators believe there may be more victims who are either unaware of her other marriages or too embarrassed to come forward.
Police have already begun contacting the families of previous victims and are working to trace the total amount extorted, which is estimated to be well over ₹50 lakhs.
An officer involved in the case commented,
“She is a master manipulator. She used emotional triggers, created elaborate backstories, and left no trail. Her crimes were calculated, not impulsive.”
Victims Speak Out
One of her former husbands, a bank employee from Bhopal, said:
“She told me her father was terminally ill and needed surgery. I gave her ₹7 lakh. She disappeared the next day. I was too ashamed to go to the police then.”
Another said:
“She was charming and convincing. We had a registered marriage. The next day she said she needed to visit her mother — and I never saw her again.”
The Legal Road Ahead
The woman has been charged under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, including cheating, impersonation, criminal breach of trust, and bigamy. She is currently in judicial custody as police continue their investigation across state lines.
Authorities have also issued a public advisory urging individuals to thoroughly verify potential spouses, especially in online or fast-track marriages.
A Wake-Up Call for Vigilance
This case is a stark reminder of how modern-day matrimonial frauds are evolving, with con artists exploiting trust and emotions for financial gain. It also highlights the importance of background checks, due diligence, and timely reporting of suspicious activity.
While her wedding spree may have finally come to an end, the impact on her victims — both emotional and financial — will take a long time to heal.
As one victim aptly put it, “She wore the veil of love but carried the dagger of deceit.”
