Srinagar, June 19: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has booked five persons for their alleged involvement in a land fraud and cheating case related to migrant land measuring 14 kanals and 3 marlas, officials said on Friday.
Reports reaching news agency Kashmir Dot Com said that, the search was carried out at the residence of Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh, son of Late Abdul Ahad Sheikh, a resident of Bonith, Beerwah, in connection with FIR No. 34/2017 registered at Police Station Crime Branch Kashmir under Sections 420, 467, 468, 471 and 120-B of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC).
In a press statement, Crime branch said the case pertains to an alleged land fraud and cheating involving migrant land measuring 14 kanals and 03 marlas situated at Goshbugh Pattan in District Baramulla, which was sought to be sold through fraudulent means, fake agreements, and criminal conspiracy.
During investigation, the statement said, five accused persons were found involved in duping the complainant of crores of rupees on the pretext of sale of the land without the consent of the actual owner. The search was conducted as part of further investigation into the case.
“Further investigation into the matter is underway,” the spokesperson said
He advised general public to remain vigilant against economic fraudsters and report any such incidents directly to SSP EOW Kashmir, Crime Branch J&K. Victims of economic fraud may also send their complaints to the official email: [email protected].
