TORONTO — Toronto police are asking for the public’s help locating a 29-year-old man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant in connection with a fraud investigation involving an elaborate psychic and fortune teller scam.
Gangadhar Babu is alleged to have adopted the persona of a psychic, fortune teller and spiritual healer known as “Babu” between April 2024 and September 2025. Police say he operated a business called “Indian Psychic and Spiritual Healer.”
According to investigators from 32 Division, the accused exploited the victim’s belief in the supernatural to gain their trust. He is alleged to have used elaborate rituals and frightening claims to convince the victim that they and their loved ones would suffer death or serious harm unless they continued providing money for spiritual protection.
The man then manipulated the victim into handing over funds while following his instructions.
Babu is wanted on charges of fraud over $5,000, possession of proceeds obtained by crime over $5,000, and laundering proceeds of Canadian crime. Case number is 2025-2219698.
He is described as 5’6” with a slender build, dark curly hair, dark brown eyes, a trimmed beard and a noticeable gap between his front teeth. Police have released a photo of the suspect.
Investigators believe there may be additional victims of the scam. Anyone who thinks they may have been targeted is urged to contact police.
Anyone with information is asked to call Toronto Police at 416-808-3200