Meet Poonam Khanna, woman who posed as lawyer, duped people for fraud worth lacs

Poonam Khanna, a 54-year-old woman from Mumbai, has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Khanna has been lodged in jail since January 2024, Khanna's bail plea was recently rejected by the Sessions Court on July 19. Her criminal record spans 11 cases across Maharashtra and Haryana, marking her as a notorious figure in the world of deception and fraud.

A Decade of Deception

Khanna's modus operandi was both audacious and deceptive. For over a decade, she masqueraded as a High Court and Supreme Court advocate, swindling people out of large sums of money. Despite not being a law graduate, she convinced many that she could represent them in court, demanding exorbitant legal fees in the process. In one notable real estate case, she demanded a staggering 3 crores as legal fees, taking lacs in advance without filing any case on behalf of her clients.

Legal Troubles and Arrest

Khanna's fraudulent activities eventually caught up with her. When her victims realized they had been duped, they lodged an FIR against her. Her anticipatory bail was subsequently rejected, even by the Supreme Court. Since then, she has been behind bars, with the law finally taking its course. Khanna's deceit didn't stop at financial fraud. She reportedly threatened her victims with false rape cases if they dared to speak out against her. This tactic instilled fear in many, allowing her to continue her fraudulent activities unchecked for years. The havoc she wreaked on countless lives is a testament to the extent of her manipulation and deceit.

A Broader Issue

Khanna's case is not isolated. Mumbai has seen several instances of women misusing laws and pretending to be victims while being criminals themselves. These women exploit the legal system to their advantage, filing false cases to cover their tracks. However, the law is finally catching up with them, bringing much-needed justice to their victims.

The victims of Khanna's schemes deserve immense credit for their courage. It takes a lot of guts to stand up against such fraudulent individuals, especially when faced with threats and manipulation. Their persistence and bravery have ensured that justice is served, and Khanna's reign of deceit is over.