November 5, 2024

Cyber police arrests youth for posting “fake” picture on FB page, FIR registered

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Srinagar,15 April(HS): The Cyber police have informed to have arrested a youth who had posted a “fake picture” on his Facebook page showing Pakistan flag raised at Lalchowk Srinagar.

“This person had posted a picture on his facebook page showing Pakistan flag being raised at Gantaghar Lalchowk. Immediately the cyber police took action, identified and arrested him for sharing a fake picture,” the official told.

Tahir Ashraf, SP Cyber Police said that people should refrain from sharing fake videos, photos and false news.

“We will not hesitate to take action against people who share fake news and indulge in rumour mongering,” he added.

He said that the cyber police is facing a massive the challenge of dealing with the “rumour mongers and fake account holders” who spread fake messages through social media with an aim to mislead people on various issues.