Srinagar, Jan 17:
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) has registered a formal case against a former police employee for allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated employment racket. The accused is charged with duping several citizens of approximately ₹23 lakhs by promising them secure government jobs.
According to an official handout from the Crime Branch, the scam involved more than just verbal promises. The accused allegedly created a facade of legitimacy by providing victims with a comprehensive suite of forged documents.
The fabricated documents included:
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Fake Appointment Orders: Official-looking letters confirming government positions.
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Forged Identity Cards & Licenses: Counterfeit credentials to “verify” the victim’s new status.
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Fabricated Verification Reports: Falsified police and CID clearance reports to bypass internal skepticism.
Investigation & Charges
The EOW launched a preliminary probe following written complaints from the victims. Investigators found that the allegations were “prima facie substantiated,” revealing a systematic exploitation of job seekers’ desperation.
The case has been officially registered at the Police Station Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar, under the following sections of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC): Section 420 (Cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property), Section 467 (Forgery of valuable security), Section 468 (Forgery for the purpose of cheating) and Section 471 (Using as genuine a forged document).
A Warning to the Public
The Crime Branch Kashmir has reiterated its warning to the general public to remain vigilant against such fraudulent schemes. Authorities emphasize that government recruitments follow a transparent, official process and any individual asking for money in exchange for a “guaranteed” job should be reported immediately.
“The investigation is currently underway to uncover the full extent of the scam and determine if other accomplices were involved,” the statement concluded.
