Srinagar, Apr 29: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Srinagar of Crime Branch Kashmir has registered a case of fraud and human trafficking after a man was allegedly duped by a fake job consultancy and trafficked to Cambodia on the pretext of overseas employment, officials said.
According to a statement, the case was registered following a complaint alleging fraud in connection with an overseas job placement. The complainant stated that he was lured by an unauthorized consultancy operating from the Pattan area, which promised him a job as a computer operator abroad with a lucrative monthly salary.
Believing the assurances, the victim transferred a substantial amount of money to the operator’s bank account and spent additional funds on travel arrangements and related expenses, the statement said.
However, upon reaching Cambodia, he was reportedly received by unknown individuals and, instead of being given the promised job, was allegedly forced to engage in fraudulent online activities. The complainant refused and later realized that he had been cheated and his money dishonestly taken under false pretences.
Preliminary investigation has revealed that the allegations constitute offences punishable under Section 318(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Accordingly, cognizance has been taken and a formal case registered at Police Station Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar.
Further investigation into the matter is underway. (Agencies)
