Crime Branch Jammu Books Four in Overseas Visa, Job Fraud Case

JAMMU, Aug 8: The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of the Jammu Crime Branch has registered an FIR against multiple accused in an alleged overseas visa and employment fraud involving residents of Doda district, officials said on Saturday.

The case follows a joint written complaint by several residents of Doda, who alleged that Bilal Ahmad, a resident of Dachhan in Kishtwar and currently based in Dubai, lured them with promises of arranging visas and jobs in Dubai, an SCW spokesperson said.

Acting on the assurances, the complainants allegedly transferred substantial amounts to bank accounts of different individuals as directed by the accused. During a preliminary inquiry, investigators found that the money was routed through the accounts of Yasir Arfat, Ashiq Hussain and Moin Khan, who allegedly acted in coordination with the main accused, the spokesperson said.

The preliminary findings indicated a suspected criminal conspiracy involving multiple persons to cheat job aspirants by promising overseas employment, he said.

The SCW subsequently registered a formal case under relevant provisions of law. The investigation will focus on tracing the money trail, establishing the individual roles of the accused and securing justice for the victims.

The Crime Branch has advised people to exercise caution while dealing with individuals or agencies offering overseas jobs and visa services. It urged prospective applicants to verify the credentials of such persons or agencies through authorised government channels before making payments and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or helpline. (Agencies)