Srinagar, Aug 18: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet against a Budgam resident for allegedly attempting to influence a Crime Branch investigation after transferring ten thousand rupees to the bank account of one of the investigating officers as a bribe, officials said on Tuesday.
The officials said that the chargesheet was filed against Ghulam Ahmad Ganie, son of Ghulam Mohammad Ganie, a resident of Mirgund in Budgam district, before the Court of the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, in connection with FIR No. 28/2026, registered under Section 8 of the Prevention of Corruption Act and Sections 228 and 229 of the BNS.
In an official statement, a CBK spokesperson said the investigation was initiated on the basis of a written complaint alleging that the accused, who is also an accused in the ongoing investigation of FIR No. 11/2021 of Crime Branch Kashmir, now EOW Kashmir, transferred an amount of Rs. 10,000/- into the bank account of an Investigation Officer with the alleged intention of bribing and influencing the investigation in the said case
“Upon receipt of the complaint, a probe was ordered. During the course of investigation, the allegations were thoroughly examined and relevant evidence was collected. The investigation established the involvement of the accused in the alleged act, following which the chargesheet was prepared and presented before the Hon’ble Court for judicial determination in accordance with law,” the statement said.
The general public has been advised not to offer or pay bribes to any public servant for obtaining any favour or service.
“Any demand for bribe or involvement in corrupt practices should be immediately reported to the competent authorities for necessary legal action,” he said, adding that “Public cooperation and timely reporting are essential to curb corruption and promote transparency and accountability.”
