IAF Officer Held for Allegedly Sharing Classified Defence Data With Pakistani Intelligence Agency
Police say the officer allegedly shared classified defence documents after a honey-trap approach on social media, and investigators are tracing an overseas espionage network.
- On August 8, 2026, Indian Air Force officials confirmed a Wing Commander was arrested for allegedly being 'honey-trapped' by Pakistani intelligence operatives to extract sensitive defence information.
- Facing personal difficulties, the officer was approached on social media by a handler who, acting for Pakistan, coerced him into sharing military movement details and photos after gaining his trust.
- The officer allegedly installed data-stealing software on a colleague's phone, transmitting 'crucial documents and data' to overseas handlers through digital communication channels.
- Booked under the Official Secrets Act following an IAF intelligence tip-off on May 31, the officer is currently held in judicial custody at Tihar Jail.
- Senior sources in the Delhi Police said the arrest points to a 'larger espionage network aimed at collecting strategic military intelligence,' with investigators now tracing 'the digital trail of the communication.
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