AWANTIPORA, FEBRUARY 10, 2026: In a significant move against digital financial crime, the Awantipora Police have successfully apprehended an individual involved in a series of QR code-related frauds targeting local businesses.
The investigation, conducted under the supervision of SHO Police Station Awantipora, Inspector Aijaz Ahmad, identified the accused as Sameer Ahmad Hajam, a resident of Boh, Awantipora. According to the police, the suspect specialized in deceiving shopkeepers by displaying forged or fake payment confirmation screens after scanning QR codes, thereby dishonestly obtaining goods and cash.
While the accused has been taken into custody and legal proceedings have been initiated, investigators are continuing to probe the matter to determine if a larger syndicate is involved.
To prevent further victimization, the police have issued a public advisory urging shopkeepers and citizens to verify the actual credit of funds in their bank accounts before concluding transactions, reaffirming their commitment to combating cyber-enabled fraud in the region.
