Srinagar, Aug 07 (KNS): Jammu and Kashmir Police Monday said that it arrested a couple who impersonating as IAS, IPS officers in central Kashmir’s Srinagar district.
"A written complaint was received by this Police Station Sadder to the effect that fraudulent activities of two individuals impersonating themselves as IPS and IAS officers have come to fore. They have cheated a number of people on pretext of giving them jobs etc," a police spokesperson said in a statement.
The accused individuals he said have been identified as Manmohan Gangoo son of Late Gardari Lal Gangoo of Barnai, Jammu A/P Baghat srinagar and Ayoush Koul wife of Manmohan Gangoo, Impersonating as IAS officer.
"On receipt of this application an FIR 73/23 was registered under sections 419, 420, 468, 471, 170, and 467 of the Indian Penal Code.Immediate action was taken and the accused individuals have been apprehended. Investigation into the matter has been initiated to establish the veracity of the other allegations and for collection of evidence.
As part of this ongoing investigation, certain recoveries including money and jewelry have been made and some electronic gadgets have been seized on spot in front of Executive Magistrates. Many fake orders have been found from these digital devices including fake order of his own induction into IPS," he added.
"Public is requested not to fall prey to such touts & report if they come across anyone promising undue favors. Further, all those who have been looted by this couple should report to Police station Sadder for immediate redressal," the police added.(KNS)