A man from Pune has been booked by police for allegedly altering his passport to hide multiple trips to Bangkok from his family. The accused, whose identity has been withheld pending investigation, reportedly modified visa stamps and travel details to conceal his visits, raising concerns over passport fraud and deception.
According to police sources, the man’s family became suspicious after noticing discrepancies in his travel documents. Upon investigation, authorities found evidence of tampering, including forged visa stamps and altered travel dates. The man had reportedly traveled to Bangkok several times over the past year, but his family was unaware of these trips.
A case has been registered under sections related to passport forgery, cheating, and criminal conspiracy at Pune’s Cyber Crime Police Station. Authorities are now examining digital evidence, including travel records and CCTV footage, to establish the extent of the fraud.
This incident highlights the importance of verifying travel documents and the rising trend of passport-related crimes. Experts warn that tampering with official documents not only leads to legal repercussions but also undermines national security and border integrity.
The police have urged citizens to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to passports or travel documents. The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests are expected as authorities delve deeper into the case.