Srinagar, Nov 30: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against a police official accused of running a job scam by taking money from people in exchange for false promises of government jobs.
The chargesheet in FIR No. 15/2025 under Section 420 of the IPC has been submitted before the Court of Special Mobile Magistrate, Pulwama, against Riyaz Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Rashid Dar, a resident of Naroo Ratnipora, Pulwama.
According to the statement, the case began after EOW Srinagar received credible information that HC Riyaz Ahmad Dar of IRP 21st Battalion had allegedly misused his position to cheat several individuals by promising them government posts in exchange for money. A preliminary enquiry was initiated based on the information.
The investigation revealed that the accused had collected money from multiple aspirants by exploiting their hopes of securing government employment. After confirming the allegations, a formal case was registered at the Economic Offences Wing in Srinagar.
The inquiry established prima facie evidence of cheating and dishonest inducement, leading to the filing of the chargesheet for offences punishable under Section 420 of the IPC.
Crime Branch Kashmir said it remains committed to ensuring accountability and taking strict action against corruption and fraud.
