Srinagar, Oct 09 (KNO): The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir conducted house searches at several locations in Srinagar district in connection with a case under FIR number 23/2025 under sections 420 and 120-B IPC, registered against four individuals involved in a Rs 53 lakh land fraud.
A spokesman in a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that the case was registered following a written complaint alleging that land brokers Tariq Ahmad Hajam, Ghulam Hassan Mir, Sonaullah Mir, and Razzak Mir all residents of Barthana Srinagar deceitfully grabbed Rs 53.00 lakh from the complainant under the pretext of facilitating a land deal.
Investigation has revealed that the accused, in connivance with certain revenue officers and officials, had manipulated documents and misused official processes to illegally obtain money and property, the spokesman said.
“Searches are underway to trace evidence and identify the wider network of individuals involved, including any public servants linked to the conspiracy. Further investigation is in progress,” reads the statement—(KNO)