Impersonator arrested in Shopian

Excelsior Correspondent

Srinagar, Oct 3: Police today arrested a man for allegedly impersonating a DC Office employee and cheating the family of a cancer patient of Rs 9,999 after responding to their social media appeal for financial assistance.

Police said the complaint was lodged by Farooq Ahmad Sofi of Manghama, who had sought financial help online for the treatment of his son suffering from cancer.

The accused, identified as Umar Shameem Ganie of Memander, allegedly posed as an employee of the DC Office, Shopian, and assured the family that he would facilitate financial assistance from the Deputy Commissioner.

Police said he obtained Rs 9,999 from the complainant on the pretext.

The accused was later traced by the complainant in Shopian market, where he allegedly manhandled, intimidated and threatened him, following which an e-FIR was registered at Police Station Shopian and he was arrested.

Police said preliminary investigation has also brought to light allegations of similar fraudulent activities against other persons, which are being verified.

Investigation is underway.