Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Sub Judge, Kupwara, against accused Salim Akbar for allegedly defrauding insurance policyholders through fraudulent collections.
According to an official spokesperson, the chargesheet pertains to FIR No. 253/2023 registered at Police Station Kupwara under Sections 420 of the IPC and 66D of the IT Act. The document was formally presented before the Hon’ble Court of the Sub Judge, Kupwara.
The case originated from a complaint lodged at Police Post Dragmulla, alleging that Salim Akbar, son of Mohammad Akbar and a resident of Hyhama Batapora, Kupwara (currently residing at Malpora Nagri Hatmullah), had duped innocent insurance policyholders.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the accused, a former tele-caller associated with reputed insurance companies such as Max Life Insurance and Aditya Birla Sun Life, had deceitfully collected policy installment payments from clients and diverted the funds into personal bank accounts without the knowledge or authorization of the respective companies.
Further investigation found that Salim Akbar, in collusion with accomplices, had orchestrated a well-planned scam involving cheating and criminal breach of trust. Following these findings, a formal FIR was registered at Police Station Kupwara, and the case was subsequently transferred to the Crime Branch, Srinagar, for detailed investigation.
The chargesheet, now filed before the court, represents a major step toward ensuring accountability in financial crimes and protecting citizens from such fraudulent practices, the statement added.
