STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Police Station Cyber Crime Investigation Center for Excellence (CICE) Jammu has successfully solved a cybercrime and blackmailing case involving the creation of a fake Instagram profile and the circulation of obscene content.
The accused Kunal Bharti (currently residing in Dubai) and Tirlok Chand Yadav, resident of Ajmer, Rajasthan involved in the case have been chargesheeted following a comprehensive and professional investigation led by Inspector Jagdeep Singh.
The case originated from a complaint lodged by a distressed mother alleging that her daughter had fallen victim to online harassment.
As per the complaint, unknown persons had created a fake Instagram profile using a pornographic display picture (DP) of the victim. The perpetrators continued to harass and blackmail the girl by posting obscene material through various Instagram accounts and persistently stalking her.
Based on the seriousness of the allegations, a case-FIR No. 04/2025, dated January 31, 2025-was registered under Section 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) read with Section 67 of the Information Technology Act, 2008 (Amended) against the accused individuals identified as Kunal Bharti (currently residing in Dubai) and Tirlok Chand Yadav, resident of Ajmer, Rajasthan.
Inspector Jagdeep Singh, the Investigating Officer, employed a combination of traditional policing and advanced technological tools to crack the case.
With assistance from telecom service providers and major social media platforms, crucial evidence was obtained. Modern investigative techniques such as reverse International Long Distance (ILD) and Internet Protocol Detail Records (IPDRs) were used to trace the origin of the posts and link them to the accused.
Both suspects were questioned using digital forensics and electronic gadgets, which enabled the collection of admissible evidence to support the prosecution. After compiling sufficient material, the charge sheet was formally filed before the City Judge Court, Jammu, on Thursday.
The public has widely lauded the efforts of the Jammu Police, particularly Inspector Jagdeep Singh, for his diligence and professional conduct throughout the investigation.
The case was handled under the close supervision of SHO PS CICE Jammu and Dy. SP Sachit Mahajan, with overall guidance and direction provided by Mohd Yaseen Kichloo (IPS), SSP CICE J&K.
This case highlights the increasing effectiveness of cyber policing in Jammu and Kashmir and sends a strong message that cyber harassment and exploitation will not be tolerated. The J&K Police has reiterated its commitment to protecting the dignity and safety of women and ensuring strict action against cybercriminals.
