Ahmedabad police have apprehended five individuals involved in a 17-year-long rental scam on Waqf properties in the city. The accused were reportedly running a fraudulent scheme where they would illegally occupy Waqf properties and collect rent from tenants for years. The scam came to light when an investigation was launched after receiving complaints from the Waqf board. The suspects were charged with trespassing, forging documents, and cheating. The police have seized incriminating evidence, including forged rental agreements and fake identities used by the accused. The Waqf board has suffered significant financial losses due to this scam, and steps are being taken to prevent such incidents in the future. The arrests have brought some relief to the victims who were duped by this elaborate scheme. This incident serves as a reminder for property owners and tenants to always verify the authenticity of rental agreements and conduct thorough background checks before entering into any rental agreements. The authorities are urging the public to report any suspicious activities involving property rentals to prevent such scams from reoccurring in the future.