Jammu Crime Branch Registers Fraud Case Against Man Over Sham Land Deal

JAMMU, April 10, 2026— The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of the Jammu Crime Branch has officially booked an individual for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent land transaction and cheating a local couple out of lakhs of rupees.

Following a preliminary verification, authorities registered a formal case under Section 420 of the IPC against Arjun Kumar, a resident of Kothey Hoshiaru, Bishnah.

The investigation, now led by Inspector Deepak Bharti, marks a decisive step in the SCW’s ongoing efforts to curb white-collar crime and property-related scams in the region.

The legal action stems from a written complaint filed by a resident of Chak Murar, who alleged that Kumar misrepresented himself as the owner of two kanals of agricultural land in Village Palli, Samba.

Relying on these claims, the complainant entered into an agreement to sell for ₹6 Lakhs, ultimately paying a total of **₹5,62,000** through a combination of cash and UPI transfers.

However, the accused failed to deliver possession of the property or execute a sale deed.Subsequent inquiries revealed a calculated deception; revenue records from the Tehsildar’s office in Bari Brahmana confirmed that the accused held no ownership of the land in question.

Furthermore, it was discovered that Kumar had dishonestly attempted to sell the same plot to another party. By avoiding the victims and refusing to refund the money, the accused caused significant financial loss to the family.

The SCW has reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice, emphasizing that strict action will be taken against those who exploit citizens through fraudulent misrepresentation.