The Crime Branch of Jammu and Kashmir Police has recently taken strong action against individuals involved in fraudulent activities, particularly those preying on job seekers. In separate incidents, three FIRs (First Information Reports) have been registered against four individuals for allegedly duping job aspirants of nearly ₹1.5 crore. Simultaneously, authorities have invoked the Public Safety Act (PSA) against two criminals in Jammu to maintain public order.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Crime Branch, Benam Tosh, reported that the FIRs were registered based on separate complaints received from victims. He emphasized that stringent legal action would be taken against those involved in these job scams and cautioned job seekers, their parents, and guardians to be wary of such fraudsters.

One of the FIRs was filed against Ajay Kumar, a resident of Sungli village in Doda, based on two written complaints from six individuals. Kumar allegedly defrauded them of ₹1.06 crore by falsely promising government jobs. To gain the trust of his victims, Kumar impersonated a Secretariat official. Police reports indicate that Kumar is a known fraudster, and more complaints against him are being received.

Another FIR has been registered against Jameel Anjum, a government school teacher from Ustad Mohalla, Jammu, who is currently suspended and in judicial custody for previous offenses. Anjum, described as a "history-sheeter" and a "habitual fraudster" is already facing 10 FIRs with four cases chargesheeted. Nine complainants from Lower Gadi Garh, Jammu, jointly alleged that Anjum swindled them out of ₹39 lakh with the false promise of government jobs and even provided fake appointment orders. Anjum has a history of posing as a Personal Assistant (PA) to high-ranking officials to deceive job seekers.

The third FIR involves Iftikhar Ali and Nazir Ali, both residents of Chanderkote, Ramban. They are accused of duping Mohd Taki, from a neighboring village, after promising him a government job.

In a separate move to maintain law and order, authorities have slapped the Public Safety Act (PSA) on two criminals in Jammu. The PSA is an administrative law that allows detention without charge or trial for up to two years in some cases.

In Samba district, Sumit Jandyal, also known as Gataru, the head of the "Gataru gang," and Sourav Gupta, a member of the same gang, have been booked under the PSA. They are accused of involvement in organized criminal activities, posing a serious threat to public peace and order. The Gataru gang is allegedly involved in various criminal activities, including attempted murder, robbery, breach of peace, extortion, cheating, and land grabbing. Both have multiple criminal cases registered against them in Samba and Jammu. Detention orders were issued by the District Magistrate of Samba, and the accused have been incarcerated in District Jail Kathua.

These actions by the Jammu and Kashmir Police highlight the ongoing efforts to combat fraud and maintain peace and security in the region. The police are urging the public to remain vigilant against such scams and to report any suspicious activity.