Srinagar 10 June(KNB): The Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) apprehended a Srinagar resident for impersonating a senior police officer. Barkat Ali Parray, a resident of Sheltang, Srinagar, used the photograph of SSP CIK as his WhatsApp display picture to threaten and deceive people.
According to a statement issued by CIK, Parray was caught in Jahangir Chowk, Srinagar, after digital forensics tracked his online activities. Investigation revealed that Parray had downloaded the SSP CIK’s photo from the internet and used it to falsely portray himself as a police officer.
Further probe revealed Parray’s involvement in online gambling, including platforms like “Aviator” and “777”. He had made advance payments on the “777 Gambling Platform” and used the SSP CIK’s photo to threaten the organizers, demanding a refund.
The CIK is conducting further investigations to determine if Parray was involved in other anti-social or anti-national activities.(KNB)