Fishers, IN – A New York man has been arrested in connection with an alleged scam that cost a Fishers resident more than $200,000, according to the Fishers Police Department.
According to police, 21-year-old Anmolpreet Singh of Levittown, New York, was taken into custody on Sunday, May 4, 2026, on felony charges including conspiracy to commit theft and conspiracy to commit fraud.
Investigators say the case began April 30, when a Fishers resident reported being targeted in an elaborate scheme. The victim told police the suspects allegedly claimed to be affiliated with federal agencies and convinced them to complete multiple financial transactions, including cryptocurrency deposits and wire transfers totaling more than $200,000.
Authorities say the suspects also allegedly sent a fraudulent arrest warrant and instructed the victim to prepare a $50,000 in-person cash payment.
Detectives coordinated an operation with federal partners after learning the victim might be targeted again. On May 4, officers used license plate reader technology to identify the suspect vehicle entering the area and deployed drones to monitor movements.
Police say the suspect allegedly attempted to arrange a hand-to-hand exchange with the victim before being stopped by officers and taken into custody without incident.
Investigators allege Singh was actively communicating with the victim and participating in the scheme.
Officials warn that scammers often impersonate law enforcement or government agencies and urge residents to be cautious of unsolicited requests involving money, cryptocurrency, or secrecy.
All suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
