Nurpur Police Crack Down on Online Harassment and Identity Theft

Police Intensifies Action Against Online Harassment

The Nurpur Police have ramped up efforts to combat harassment of women, focusing on those who damage reputations and issue threats via social media.

In a notable development, authorities apprehended a suspect named Sham Lal, son of Joginder Pal, from Sherpur Chowk, Ludhiana, Punjab. This arrest is linked to FIR No. 141/2026, filed on August 26, 2026, at the Damtal Police Station, under Sections 351(2) and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), as well as Section 6 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.

Details of the Incident

The complainant reported to the Damtal Police that the accused had set up several fake Instagram profiles using her name, posting inappropriate images of her and her family along with offensive remarks.

Additionally, the accused allegedly disclosed the complainant's phone number on social media, leading to her receiving calls from numerous unknown individuals.

The complainant also stated that she and her family received death threats from the accused via WhatsApp calls.

Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Damtal Police registered a case and launched an investigation. With the help of the Cyber Cell, they managed to block and delete the fraudulent Instagram accounts created by the suspect.

Using technical evidence and other leads, law enforcement successfully located and arrested the suspect in Punjab.

Ongoing Investigation and Public Advisory

The investigation is ongoing, focusing on the inappropriate content shared online and other digital evidence. Legal proceedings against the accused are being pursued as per the law.

The Nurpur Police urge the public to refrain from engaging in identity theft or creating fake social media profiles impersonating others, as these actions are serious offenses that can lead to severe legal consequences.

Individuals experiencing online harassment, identity theft, or the creation of fake accounts are encouraged to report these incidents.