Srinagar, June 13: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K on Saturday carried out searches at the office and residence of the Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO), Shopian, as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged date-of-birth manipulation case aimed at obtaining undue service benefits.
Officials said the searches were conducted in Shopian and Pulwama districts following the registration of an FIR related to the alleged fraudulent insertion and alteration of date-of-birth entries in official service records.
During the operation, EOW teams searched the DCMO’s office in Shopian and his residence in the Thamuna area of Pulwama. The searches were conducted in accordance with legal procedures and in the presence of independent witnesses.
Investigators are examining documents and other materials seized during the operation to determine the extent of the alleged irregularities and identify those responsible.
The Crime Branch said the investigation is continuing and urged citizens to remain vigilant against economic offences and report any suspected cases of fraud to the Economic Offences Wing.
Victims of economic fraud have also been advised to submit complaints through the official channels of the EOW for necessary action.
