Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet against a man accused of allegedly cheating the family of a cancer patient by promising to arrange medicines at cheaper rates. The chargesheet was presented before the Court of Sub-Judge, Srinagar, on Tuesday.
The accused has been identified as Afaq Ahmad Thug, a resident of Anantnag who is currently living in Jammu. The case relates to FIR No. 25/2026, registered under Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
According to the Crime Branch, the case began with a written complaint alleging that Thug had offered to arrange medicines for the complainant’s wife, who was undergoing treatment for cancer, at prices substantially lower than the market rate. The complainant allegedly trusted the assurance and paid several lakhs of rupees for the medicines.
However, the medicines were allegedly never supplied. Following the complaint, the EOW Kashmir launched an investigation into the alleged financial fraud. Officials said the allegations were substantiated during the course of the probe, following which the chargesheet was submitted before the court for judicial determination.
Investigators also found a personal connection between the accused and the complainant. According to the Crime Branch, the two had been schoolmates at a boarding school more than four decades ago. The long-standing acquaintance was reportedly a factor in the complainant placing trust in the accused.
The filing of the chargesheet marks the completion of the investigation by the EOW, while the question of guilt will now be decided by the competent court in accordance with law.
The Crime Branch has meanwhile urged people to remain cautious about financial frauds, particularly offers involving medicines at unusually low prices. The agency advised the public to verify such claims before making payments and to report suspicious financial activities to the Economic Offences Wing.
The case highlights the risks faced by families dealing with serious illnesses, who can become vulnerable to fraudsters promising cheaper or urgently required medicines. Authorities have urged people to exercise caution and seek medicines through verified sources.
The investigation and subsequent court proceedings will determine the legal consequences for the accused.
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