Cops crack whip on cybercrime, register 10 FIRs, solve 764 cases

The Commissionerate Police, under the leadership of Commissioner Swapan Sharma, has ramped up efforts to tackle the menace of cybercrime. From January till date, the police have resolved 764 out of 883 complaints related to cyber fraud and registered 10 FIRs as part of their intensified drive against digital scams.

Building on its successful campaigns against drugs, street crime and eve-teasing, the Commissionerate Police has focused on raising awareness and equipping citizens to combat online fraud. A total of 19 cybercrime awareness camps were organised across 60 schools, colleges and 35 residential welfare associations. These sessions educated participants about common cybercrime tactics, including phishing, fake calls and digital impersonation.

“To enhance its response to the increasing number of cybercrime cases, the police established a dedicated Cyber Crime Police Station. Investigations into the registered FIRs are currently underway and officials are determined to bring perpetrators to justice”, said CP Swapan Sharma.

He further said the police had also issued a public advisory to prevent citizens from becoming the victim of online fraud. Residents are warned to exercise caution when receiving calls from individuals claiming to be officials from TRAI, the police, bank, the CBI, ED or the IT Department. In particular, calls suggesting a “digital arrest” or requesting personal information should be ignored as these are likely scams.

Additional precautions include avoiding answering video calls from unknown numbers and refraining from clicking on unfamiliar links. The Commissionerate Police emphasises verifying any suspicious claims through offline channels to ensure legitimacy.

To report cybercrimes, residents are encouraged to contact the Cyber Crime Police at 1930 or file complaints online at https://cybercrime.gov.in/. The police urge citizens to remain vigilant and avoid sharing personal details over the phone or via text messages as a key measure to protect themselves from fraud.

“These proactive steps highlight the Commissionerate Police's commitment in addressing the growing threat of cybercrime in an increasingly digital world. By resolving hundreds of complaints and educating thousands, the police are setting an example of how law enforcement can adapt to the challenges of cyber threats while ensuring public safety”, said police officials.