Fraud and Breach of Trust: Journalist Files FIR Against Local Painters

JAMSHEDPUR: A shocking case of fraud and breach of trust has come to light in Kowali, where a journalist, Zamir Azad Ansari, has lodged an online FIR against two local painters, Munna and his brother Chotu. The complaint alleges that the duo cheated Ansari out of ₹50,000, promising to paint his newly constructed building but failing to deliver on their commitments.

According to the FIR, Munna approached Ansari nearly four months ago, offering to paint his building for ₹85,000. Despite promising to complete the work within a month, Munna convinced Ansari to pay ₹50,000 in advance, which was transferred to their account. However, Munna and Chotu have since refused to complete the work, threatening Ansari and his family instead.

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Ansari, a journalist with a national channel, fears for his family’s safety due to his minimal presence at home. The FIR highlights the seriousness of the situation, citing Section 420 (Cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property) and Section 406 (Criminal breach of trust) of the Indian Penal Code.

The case is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance against fraud and breach of trust. Ansari’s courage in filing an FIR serves as an inspiration to others who may have fallen victim to similar scams.

Report: Prem Kumar Srivastava