Shocker: NRI Priest Arrested in Scam Case!

An Indian-American priest in New Jersey has been arrested on charges of running a real estate scam that defrauded members of his own congregation, authorities said. The suspect, identified as a 45-year-old man who served at a Hindu temple in Middlesex County, was taken into custody on Tuesday.

Prosecutors allege that the priest solicited investments from temple devotees for a purported real estate development project, promising high returns. Instead, he used the funds for personal expenses, including luxury vehicles and travel, according to court documents.

The investigation began after several victims filed complaints with local police, claiming they had lost tens of thousands of dollars. Detectives uncovered evidence that the priest had been operating the scheme for at least two years, targeting vulnerable members of the Indian diaspora community.

The suspect faces multiple counts of theft by deception and money laundering. He is being held at the Middlesex County Jail pending a bail hearing. Authorities urge other potential victims to come forward.