Hardik Jayantilal Patel, a native of Gujarat, has been handed a prison sentence of almost four years in the United States for his involvement in a $3 million fraud scheme aimed at elderly individuals. Operating under the guise of government officials, Patel and his call centers in India deceived victims into sending money through postal services. The court has mandated Patel to reimburse a total of $3.2 million to 85 affected individuals. This case sheds light on the prevalence of scams targeting vulnerable populations, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and awareness when dealing with financial transactions.