Team Goemkarponn
VALPOI: In a case of alleged financial fraud, the Valpoi Police have registered a complaint against a former employee of a local pharmacy for misappropriating funds amounting to approximately ₹12 lakh.
The offence was registered on July 7, 2025 at 10:55 PM, following a formal complaint lodged by Siddesh D. Salunke, a partner at M/s Mediprime Chemist & Druggist, located in Apa Commercial Complex, Valpoi, Sattari.
According to the complaint, the accused — identified as Heena Gafar Khan, a resident of Ward No. VI, Nanus, Valpoi — allegedly embezzled the amount over a period stretching from March 2024 to June 9, 2025.
The accused, who was employed at the pharmacy during this time, is suspected of dishonestly manipulating sales bills to siphon off the money.
The alleged fraud came to light after discrepancies were noticed in the billing and financial records of the chemist shop. Upon internal inquiry and financial reconciliation, the management determined a significant shortfall in cash, prompting them to approach the police.
Police officials confirmed that a case has been registered and further investigation is currently underway to ascertain the full extent of the misappropriation and gather supporting evidence.
The Valpoi Police have urged other business owners to remain vigilant in their financial operations and to conduct regular audits to prevent such incidents. No arrest has been reported as of yet.
