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Indian national wanted in Canada over psychic scam
Toronto Police allege the suspect defrauded victims of more than $800,000 through a fake spiritual healing operation.
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Pranavi Sharma - Sat, 01, Aug 2026
- 04:20 EDT
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Gangadhar Babu / Toronto Police
A 29-year-old Indian national is wanted by Toronto Police in connection with an alleged psychic and fortune-teller fraud in Canada, where authorities say he operated a fake spiritual healing business and defrauded victims of more than $800,000 between April 2024 and September 2025.
Police identified the suspect as Gangadhar Babu, who is accused of operating a business called "Indian Psychic and Spiritual Healer." According to investigators, he allegedly posed as a psychic, fortune teller and spiritual healer under the name 'Babu' while carrying out the scheme.
In a statement, Toronto Police said the accused exploited a victim's belief in the supernatural to gain trust and obtain money.
"The accused exploited the victim's belief in the supernatural to gain their trust and used elaborate rituals and frightening claims to convince the victim that they, and their loved ones would suffer death or serious harm unless they continued giving him money for his spiritual protection," the statement said.
Police added that the accused "manipulated the victim into providing him money while following his instructions."
Authorities allege that the scheme defrauded victims of more than $800,000. Police have released Babu's photograph as part of the investigation and are seeking the public's assistance in locating him.
According to police, the suspect is 5 feet 6 inches tall with a slender build, dark curly hair, dark brown eyes, a trimmed beard and a noticeable gap between his front teeth.
Investigators believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward. They urged anyone who believes they may have been targeted by the alleged scam to contact police as the investigation continues.
The case remains under investigation, and police are continuing efforts to locate the suspect. No further details about his whereabouts have been released.
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