Arrest of Impersonator at King George Hospital

Incident Overview

Visakhapatnam police have apprehended a 37-year-old man for impersonating a doctor at King George Hospital (KGH) and allegedly defrauding a father of Rs 1 lakh under the pretense of facilitating a kidney transplant for his sick child.

Details of the Deception

The accused, who resides in Sri Nagar Colony, Vijayawada, masqueraded as a postgraduate doctor at KGH. To gain the trust of patients and their families, he wore a medical apron and stethoscope.

Victim’s Account

According to reports from Deccan Herald, the complainant, Dusi Ramji, 33, hails from Narasannapeta in Srikakulam district. His five-year-old son, Mokshit Ram, has been battling a kidney ailment since infancy. After receiving treatment at Osmania Hospital in Hyderabad, the child was referred to various hospitals, ultimately arriving at Visakhapatnam for advanced care.

On February 22, Ramji published an appeal in newspapers seeking assistance for his son’s treatment. Three days later, he received a phone call from an individual claiming to be a doctor who had accessed the child’s medical details through government channels. The caller instructed the family to visit KGH.

Fraudulent Demands

Upon their arrival at the hospital, the impersonator directed them to the superintendent’s office, where he extorted Rs 1 lakh for organizing a kidney transplant. Ramji paid the amount that same evening, only to discover later that he had been scammed.

Police Investigation

After receiving the complaint, police reviewed CCTV footage from KGH and traced the mobile numbers utilized by the suspect. Their investigation revealed that the accused was linked to at least 33 criminal cases throughout Andhra Pradesh, including mobile phone thefts and frauds.

Arrest and Evidence

Upon his arrest, authorities confiscated Rs 30,000 in cash, a white medical apron, and a stethoscope from the suspect. Investigations are ongoing, as reported by TOI.

Legal Proceedings

A case has been filed under Sections 318(4) and 319(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at One Town Police Station. Police officials indicated that the suspect is originally from Tanuku in the West Godavari district and holds a B.Tech degree from Aditya Engineering College in Samalkota.