On Saturday, October 3, Henri Dylan Nagapen, 29, from Phoenix, Mauritius, attempted to collect donations at a residence in Pont Saint-Louis, Pailles, claiming he was raising funds for his ailing father. He presented a document purportedly from the police commissioner's office, which included a seal and a signature allegedly belonging to K. Jhugroo, DCP.
The document, bearing the reference number 33/2026, was accompanied by a medical certificate from C-Care Welkin Hospital, stating that Nagapen's father was suffering from a grade 2 brain stem tumor. However, the occupant of the residence, a 42-year-old police inspector assigned to Port-Louis Sud, became suspicious and contacted the Pailles police station to verify the documents.
Upon further investigation, the inspector revealed his identity to Nagapen and informed him that he was suspected of using forged documents. According to the police report, Nagapen responded in Creole, "Missie sa papie-la li foss sa; less mwa ale," before attempting to flee towards a bus stop. The inspector, assisted by Pailles police officers, apprehended Nagapen and confiscated the documents, including his national identity card.
Nagapen was arrested and detained, and an investigation was launched for "making use of forged document." Authorities aim to uncover the origin of the forged documents and the circumstances surrounding the alleged donation solicitation. The suspect's actions have raised concerns about the prevalence of document forgery in Mauritius.
The incident highlights the vigilance of law enforcement officers in Mauritius, who are working to combat various forms of crime, including document forgery and scams. The police inspector's diligence in verifying the documents and exposing Nagapen's alleged deceit prevented potential financial losses to unsuspecting donors.
Nagapen's case is a reminder of the importance of verifying the authenticity of documents and being cautious when approached by individuals soliciting donations. Authorities are urging the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.
The investigation is ongoing, and Nagapen's fate will be determined by the courts. If convicted, he may face penalties for using forged documents and attempting to scam the public.
Key points
- A 29-year-old man was arrested in Mauritius for presenting forged documents to solicit donations for his allegedly ill father.
- The suspect, Henri Dylan Nagapen, was apprehended after attempting to flee and was detained for further investigation.
- Authorities are working to uncover the origin of the forged documents and the circumstances surrounding the alleged donation solicitation.
