Srinagar Police Recover Large Amounts from Cyber Scams over 3 Months
Cybercrime Unit Cracks Down on Online Frauds, Recovers 22 Lakhs Over Three Months
The Cyber Crime Investigation Centre for Excellence (CICE) in Kashmir has made significant strides in combating cybercrime, recovering over 22 lakhs in the past three months alone.
Scaled-Up Efforts Against Online Scams
- Fake Job Offers
- Lottery Schemes
- Investment Traps
- Impersonation Calls
Law enforcement officials have noted that cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging advanced technologies like artificial intelligence-powered voice and video cloning to deceive victims.
Common Tactics Employed by Scammers
- “Digital Arrest” – Threatening victims with online arrest or imprisonment unless they comply with certain demands
- Leveraging AI-Powered Voice and Video Cloning
- Employing Various Techniques to Target Individuals of All Ages
Victims are advised to remain vigilant against these intimidation tactics and report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities.
Reporting Suspected Cyber Crimes
- Promptly Report Incidents to the National Helpline 1930
- Submit Complaints on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal
Early reporting can help authorities freeze fraudulent transactions in real-time, and citizens are encouraged to remain cautious, refrain from sharing sensitive information, and report suspicious activities to combat the rising menace of cybercrime.
