Srinagar, Apr 3: Two individuals posing as police officers have been arrested in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district, authorities said.
According to a police statement, the suspects, Bashir Ahmad Sheikh of Saimooh and Mohd Shafi Dar of Dadsara, were apprehended following a complaint filed by Mohd Altaf Ganai, a resident of Nageenpora Tral. The accused were reportedly posing as law enforcement officers and extorting money from the public.
The suspects had been targeting unsuspecting citizens, falsely claiming to have police authority and demanding money under various pretexts. Their activities came to light after multiple complaints were filed by victims who had been coerced into paying money due to fear of legal consequences.
Based on these complaints, the Tral police station registered a case (FIR No. 31 of 2025) and arrested both suspects. They are currently in custody and face multiple charges.
Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any instances of individuals impersonating police officers or demanding money in their name.
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