Jammu, June 20: In a significant action against alleged fraud and cheating, the Crime Branch Jammu and Kashmir has registered two separate First Information Reports (FIRs) against three individuals, including a retired Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), for their alleged involvement in financial fraud, criminal conspiracy and cheating cases.
Official sources said that the FIRs were registered after detailed verification and investigation of complaints received by the Crime Branch. The inquiries reportedly established prima facie evidence indicating the involvement of the accused persons in fraudulent activities, leading to financial losses for the complainants.
According to officials, the first FIR pertains to a case in which a retired ASI and another accused allegedly induced a complainant to part with a substantial amount of money on the pretext of providing certain benefits and services. However, the promises were allegedly not fulfilled and the complainant was reportedly deceived. During the course of inquiry, evidence suggesting offences related to cheating, criminal breach of trust and criminal conspiracy came to light, prompting the registration of a formal case.
In another case, the Crime Branch registered a separate FIR against a third accused who is alleged to have obtained money from a complainant through false assurances and misrepresentation. The accused allegedly failed to honour the commitments made to the victim despite receiving the money, resulting in the lodging of a complaint and subsequent legal action.
Officials said that investigations in both cases have been taken up and all aspects of the alleged frauds are being thoroughly examined. They added that the role of each accused person, along with any possible involvement of other individuals, will be investigated during the course of the probe.
Reiterating its commitment to tackling economic offences and safeguarding public interests, the Crime Branch urged citizens to remain cautious while dealing with individuals making unrealistic promises or seeking money on false pretexts. The agency emphasized that strict legal action will be taken against those found involved in fraudulent activities.
Further investigations in both FIRs are in progress. (KNC)
