Srinagar, Nov 30 – Jammu and Kashmir’s Crime Branch has taken a major step against corruption after filing a charge sheet in a special court against a local policeman who was allegedly running a fake job scheme in Pulwama district.
In a statement, the Crime Branch said:
“The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has submitted a charge sheet in case FIR No. 15/2025 under Section 420 IPC before the Hon’ble Court of Special Mobile Magistrate, Pulwama, against Riyaz Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Rashid Dar, resident of Naroo Ratnipora, Pulwama, in connection with a case of cheating and corrupt practices. The case originates from the receipt of credible information by EOW Srinagar, indicating that HC Riyaz Ahmad Dar (Belt No. 53/IRP 21st Bn, ARP No. 993957) had allegedly misused his position as a police official to deceive multiple innocent individuals under the pretext of providing them government jobs.”
A preliminary investigation was launched at the EOW police station in Srinagar after receiving the tip‑off. The probe uncovered initial evidence that the accused had wrongfully extorted money from several people, manipulative promises of employment lured them into a scam.
“Following the substantiation of these allegations, cognisance of the matter was taken, and a formal case was registered at Police Station Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar. Subsequent investigation has established the criminal conduct of the accused, which prima facie constitutes offences punishable under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to cheating and dishonestly inducing the delivery of property,” the statement added.
“Accordingly, the charge sheet has been produced before the Hon’ble Court for judicial determination. The Crime Branch Kashmir reiterates its commitment to upholding integrity, ensuring accountability, and taking firm action against corruption and fraud in all forms,” the statement concluded.
It should also be noted that J&K Police and security forces have been actively conducting operations against drug smugglers, tangle
d peddlers and participants in hawala and other illicit financial schemes. The money generated from these illegal activities is believed to bankroll terrorism in the region.
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