In a major operation, Jammu and Kashmir Police have successfully busted a sex trafficking racket in Jammu city, resulting in the arrest of five accused, including two young women and three males. The accused were involved in luring young women with the promise of employment in Jammu, only to force them into the sex trade.
The scandal was operating out of a hotel near Jewel Chowk Jammu, which was raided by Police on Monday. The raid resulted in the arrest of three males and two females who were part of the sex racket.
A top police official confirmed that one accused, Asif Husain Lone, son of Abdul Rehman from Kokernag Anantnag, was arrested after the Police raided the hotel where the sex racket was operating. Another accused, Muhammad Altaf War, son of Ghulam Hassan War from Pachkoote area of Vilgam Handwara, was also arrested in connection with the case.
“A case FIR No 54/2023 Under section 3/5 immoral trafficking act stands has been registered at Police station Nawa Abad (Jewel) Jammu,” the official said.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have been applauded for their swift action in busting the racket and bringing the perpetrators to justice. The Police have also assured the public that they will continue to crack down on such illegal activities and ensure that the safety and security of the citizens are not compromised.
The Chenab Times News Desk