The Crime Branch of Jammu and Kashmir Police has filed a chargesheet against two residents of Punjab following their alleged involvement in a fraud concerning fake recruitment in the Military Engineering Services (MES). This fraud particularly targeted residents in Jammu and Kashmir, specifically Samba district, resulting in a loss of ₹14 lakh.
The accused, Bakshish Singh from Amritsar and Amandeep Singh from Jalandhar, faced legal action after a complaint surfaced in 2023. It revealed that they had deceived two locals with promises of securing jobs in the MES.
The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of the Crime Branch submitted the chargesheet to the court of the Additional Special Mobile Magistrate in Samba on Monday. The relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code apply to this case, as emphasized by a spokesperson for the Crime Branch.
Bakshish Singh has already been apprehended in Amritsar, thanks to the police’s sustained efforts. In contrast, Amandeep Singh remains at large, despite multiple raids and the issuance of a lookout notice. Authorities are now moving to declare him a proclaimed offender.
According to the Crime Branch, the duo provided victims with forged appointment letters and sent them to various locations, including Ranchi and Meerut, under the guise of conducting medical examinations, document verification, and joining formalities.
However, a subsequent verification with MES authorities found the appointment letters were entirely fraudulent and had never originated from the department. This revelation raises significant concerns regarding the vulnerability of job seekers in the region.
Throughout the investigation, the SCW gathered extensive evidence, including documentary, digital, and financial records, illustrating a pattern of deceit. Forensic examinations of questioned documents further corroborated the findings against the accused.
The Crime Branch urged the public to stay alert and vigilant against such fraudulent job recruiting schemes. They emphasized the importance of verifying the authenticity of job offers through official government channels before making any monetary commitments.
Such scams not only rob individuals of their hard-earned money but also damage trust in legitimate recruitment processes. With the rise of digital job platforms, fraudsters exploit the hopes and aspirations of job seekers, highlighting a growing need for awareness and caution in the job market.
As the investigation continues, authorities hope to deter such fraudulent activities and provide justice to those affected.
