J&K Police Rescue 13 Youths Trapped in Myanmar Job Scam
In a daring operation, the Jammu and Kashmir Police has rescued 13 youths who were duped by a cyber job scam and trafficked to Myanmar. The youths, who were lured by fake job ads on social media, promising work abroad, were taken to Thailand and then to Myanmar. The authorities acted swiftly to bring them back to India, and the rescued youths are now undergoing counseling to deal with the trauma they experienced.
According to the police, the youths were all in their early twenties and from various districts of Jammu and Kashmir. They had fallen prey to a job scam that promised them high-paying jobs in foreign countries. The scammers, who are yet to be identified, created fake job ads on social media platforms, targeting young and unemployed individuals. The youths were convinced to pay hefty sums of money to the scammers, who promised them work abroad.
The youths were taken to Thailand, where they were put on a flight to Myanmar. Once they arrived in Myanmar, they were taken to a remote area and put to work in inhumane conditions. The youths were made to work long hours, with little food and no proper living conditions. They were also subjected to physical and mental abuse by their captors.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police received a tip-off about the youths’ whereabouts and acted quickly to rescue them. The police worked in collaboration with the Thai authorities to track down the youths and bring them back to India. After several days of negotiations, the police were able to rescue the 13 youths and bring them back to India.
The rescued youths were taken to a government-run shelter in Jammu, where they are being provided with food, shelter, and medical care. They are also undergoing counseling to deal with the trauma they experienced during their captivity. The police have registered a case against the scammers and are investigating their involvement in the scam.
This incident highlights the dangers of job scams and the need for caution while looking for job opportunities abroad. The scammers use social media platforms to target vulnerable individuals, and it is essential to be aware of the traps they set. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have appealed to the public to be cautious and not fall prey to such scams.
The police have also launched a campaign to raise awareness about job scams and the dangers they pose. The campaign aims to educate the public about the red flags to look out for while looking for job opportunities abroad and the importance of verifying the authenticity of job ads.
The rescue of the 13 youths is a testament to the bravery and dedication of the Jammu and Kashmir Police. The police have worked tirelessly to rescue the youths and bring them back to India, and their efforts have been appreciated by the public.
The incident also highlights the need for stricter laws to prevent job scams and protect vulnerable individuals. The government has promised to take strict action against the scammers and to provide support to the rescued youths.
In conclusion, the rescue of the 13 youths trapped in a Myanmar job scam is a welcome news. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have shown their commitment to protecting the public and have worked tirelessly to rescue the youths. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of job scams and the need for caution while looking for job opportunities abroad.
