Siliguri court convicts accused in fake currency case after 16 years

The matter came to light when a sweet shop owner in Shiv Mandir grew suspicious during a transaction. Upon verification, the notes were found to be fake, prompting locals to alert the police. The accused was subsequently apprehended.

The investigation was conducted by police officer Dipanjan Das, who later filed the charge sheet. During the trial, the prosecution presented six witnesses and supporting evidence before the court.

Based on the testimonies and evidence, the ADJ-2 Court found the accused guilty and sentenced him to rigorous imprisonment of five years and three years under separate sections of the law.