Has J&K Crime Branch Filed a Charge Sheet in Job Fraud Case Promising Bank Jobs?
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Key Takeaways
- The J&K Crime Branch has filed a charge sheet against two individuals for job fraud.
- Victims were allegedly promised jobs in J&K Bank.
- Both accused face serious charges under multiple RPC sections.
- The case underscores the importance of combating financial fraud in the region.
- Authorities are actively investigating other financial crimes linked to terrorism.
Srinagar, Dec 7 (NationPress) The Crime Branch of the Jammu and Kashmir Police announced on Sunday the submission of a charge sheet against individuals implicated in a job fraud case that involved significant financial deceit through false promises of employment.
According to a statement from the J&K Crime Branch Kashmir, “The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a charge sheet in case FIR No. 50/2023 under Sections 420, 468, 471, and 120-B of the RPC before the Hon’ble Court of Passenger Tax, Sub-Registrar Srinagar.”
The charge sheet targets two individuals: Mohd Ashraf Sheikh, son of Abdul Majeed Sheikh from Pahloo Kulgam, and Aijaz-ul-Rehman Manroo, son of Abdul Rehman Manroo residing in Bulbul Bagh, Barzulla, Srinagar.
The investigation commenced following a written complaint alleging that the accused misled victims by falsely claiming to secure jobs in J&K Bank, extracting substantial sums in the process.
Upon receiving the complaint, a thorough investigation was conducted by the Police Station Economic Offences Wing (Crime Branch Kashmir). The inquiry revealed that the accused had issued counterfeit appointment letters to the complainants, thereby unlawfully convincing them to part with their finances.
Evidence collected during the investigation, including documentary proof, witness statements, and forensic analyses, confirmed the involvement of both accused in the fraudulent scheme. The EOW (Crime Branch Kashmir) concluded that they had committed crimes punishable under the specified RPC sections.
“As a result, the charge sheet has been presented to the competent court for judicial review. The Economic Offences Wing reaffirms its dedication to combating financial fraud and protecting the public by ensuring that wrongdoers are held accountable,” the statement further noted.
Authorities are also closely monitoring drug smuggling and financial frauds, such as hawala operations, as these activities are believed to generate resources that could potentially fund terrorism in the region.