The Chinese national arrested in the hawala case had been living illegally in Noida for six years.
Noida: A significant revelation has emerged regarding Liao Longhui, a Chinese national arrested in Noida for allegedly transferring crores of rupees abroad via the hawala (illegal money transfer) network. Investigations revealed that he had been living illegally in India for approximately six years. The Noida Special Task Force (STF) found that the accused attempted to establish an identity as an Indian citizen using forged documents. The STF has submitted a detailed report on the matter to central investigative agencies.
According to investigative agencies, Liao Longhui allegedly obtained a fake Aadhaar card using an address in Kohima. He subsequently used this Aadhaar card to acquire other Indian documents. Investigators are currently trying to identify who assisted him in procuring these forged documents and determining the extent of the network involved.
The Noida STF arrested the Chinese national while investigating a case linked to the hawala network. Interrogation revealed crucial details regarding his stay in India and the process of obtaining the forged documents. Officials stated that the accused systematically resorted to using fake documents to establish an Indian identity.
Investigative agencies are now working to determine the purpose of Liao Longhui’s stay in India and the extent of his involvement in the hawala trade. Preliminary investigations have linked him to the illegal transfer of crores of rupees abroad. Agencies are also scrutinizing his bank accounts, financial transactions, and contacts.
According to STF officials, hawala networks are typically used for the illegal transfer of funds, allowing large sums to be moved between locations without utilizing official banking channels. Such operations often involve the use of fake identities, forged documents, and intermediaries. Similar activities are being investigated in Liao Longhui’s case.
Officials stated that the documents found in the accused’s possession and the duration of his stay in India have been examined. The investigation revealed that while he had been living in Noida for a long time, several facts regarding his residency and identity appeared suspicious. Subsequently, the STF provided full details to central agencies.
Central investigative agencies can now gather information regarding this case at an international level as well. The scope of the investigation may extend to China and other countries, given that the matter involves the transfer of funds abroad. Agencies are attempting to determine whether this network is linked to any major international syndicate.
The case of obtaining an Indian identity based on forged documents is also viewed as a serious matter by security agencies. Investigative agencies are probing how the accused managed to procure a fake Aadhaar card and where the document verification process failed.
The STF is now searching for individuals who may have assisted the accused in preparing the forged documents. Additionally, investigations are underway to determine if he facilitated the creation of documents for others using similar methods or was involved in any other illegal activities.
Investigating officers state that the accused’s digital records, mobile phone, emails, and other communication channels are being examined. This is expected to yield crucial information regarding his contacts and activities. Agencies are working to identify the people he was in touch with while residing in India and the entities with whom he conducted financial transactions.
Given the gravity of the matter, the Noida STF has submitted a detailed report to central investigative agencies. Further investigation is likely to reveal the involvement of other suspects and uncover additional illicit activities.
For now, the investigation into all aspects concerning Liao Longhui is ongoing. Security agencies are keeping a close watch on hawala networks, the use of forged documents, and the illegal activities of foreign nationals. Only upon the completion of the investigation will the full extent of the accused’s role and the identities of others active behind the scenes become clear.