Real Estate Fraud: Former Cop and Wife Charged in Rs 1.80 Crore Scam
A former police constable and his wife have been accused of a real estate fraud worth Rs 1.80 crore. The Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu has filed a charge sheet against the couple.
Real Estate FraudCrime Branch JammuProperty ScamJammu And KashmirReal EstateJun 30, 2024
Following a written complaint in 2023, an FIR was registered, and an in-depth investigation was conducted. The investigation, led by a highly professional officer, confirmed the allegations of cheating, fraud, and forgery against Beg and his wife.
The Senior Superintendent of Police, Crime Branch Jammu, Benam Tosh, confirmed that the charge sheet for case FIR No 72/2023 Under Sections 420, 466, 468, 471, and 120-B IPC has been filed in court. While Afzal Beg was arrested in Srinagar after significant efforts, his wife has been granted bail. The case now awaits judicial determination.
This incident highlights the increasing number of real estate fraud cases in Jammu and Kashmir, where individuals are being cheated of their hard-earned money by unscrupulous agents and fraudsters. It is essential for people to be cautious while dealing with real estate transactions and to verify the authenticity of the property and its ownership before making any payments.
The Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu, which is responsible for investigating and prosecuting economic offenses, has been actively working to curb real estate frauds in the region. The organization has a team of experienced officers who work tirelessly to ensure that fraudulent activities are brought to book and the guilty are punished.
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The Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu is a specialized agency responsible for investigating and prosecuting economic offenses, including real estate frauds, in Jammu and Kashmir. The organization is headed by a Senior Superintendent of Police and has a team of experienced officers who work to ensure that fraudulent activities are brought to book and the guilty are punished.
The Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police is a state police force responsible for maintaining law and order in Jammu and Kashmir. The IRP 19th Battalion Kathua is one of theunits of the J&K Armed Police.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the amount of the real estate fraud?
Rs 1.80 crore
Who are the accused in the case?
A former police constable, Mohammad Afzal Beg, and his wife
What was the role of Beg in the fraud?
He posed as the sole owner of the land and received an advance payment of Rs 1.80 crore
What is the status of the case?
The charge sheet has been filed in court and the case awaits judicial determination
What is the purpose of the Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu?
To investigate and prosecute economic offenses, including real estate frauds, in Jammu and Kashmir
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