CBK Registers Case in Rs 46.90 Lakh Online Supply Scam

SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (Crime Branch Kashmir) has registered a case against a Pune-based man accused of cheating a complainant of Rs 46.90 lakh under the guise of supplying “Sifine Natural Nut”.

Officials said the accused, claiming to be the proprietor of a firm called DK Enterprises, had assured the complainant of delivering the product but failed to supply the consignment despite receiving the advance payment.

Following a written complaint, the Crime Branch initiated a preliminary enquiry, which revealed that the alleged supplier had used deceitful means, misrepresented DK Enterprises as a legitimate firm, and induced the complainant to transfer the money.

Investigators said the actions of the accused amount to cognisable offences punishable under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code and Section 66(D) of the Information Technology Act.

A formal case has been registered at Police Station Economic Offences Wing (Crime Branch Kashmir), and further investigation is under way.