Hyderabad: AI scams and fake investment apps have emerged as key concerns for Hyderabad cybercrime officials. Officials have been directed to speed up high-value fraud probes and work closely with banks to freeze and recover victims’ money.
The directions were issued by Additional Commissioner of Police (Crimes & SIT) M Srinivas, IPS, during his annual inspection of the Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit on August 7.
High-value cyber fraud cases to be fast-tracked
During the inspection, Srinivas reviewed the unit’s performance, pending cases, digital forensics wing, response to the 1930 Cybercrime Helpline and deployment of personnel.
He directed the ACP/SHO and investigating officers to accelerate investigations into major cyber fraud cases, particularly those involving losses running into lakhs of rupees, to ensure victims get relief at the earliest.
Focus on recovering stolen money
The Additional Commissioner stressed the need for closer coordination with banks and financial institutions to immediately freeze fraudulent transactions and recover money lost by victims.
Officials were instructed to strengthen the recovery process and ensure that stolen funds are traced and secured as quickly as possible.
Digital evidence collection to be strengthened
The Cybercrime Unit was also directed to improve the collection, preservation and legal documentation of digital evidence.
According to the instructions, stronger digital evidence and proper documentation are crucial for building watertight cases and improving conviction rates.
AI scams, fake investment apps under focus
With cybercriminals adopting new methods, Srinivas directed officials to step up public awareness campaigns on AI-based scams, fake investment applications and other emerging forms of cybercrime.
The unit has been asked to educate citizens about evolving fraud techniques and ways to identify potential online scams.
Pending cases to be monitored closely
The Additional Commissioner further instructed officers to regularly review pending cases and ensure that investigations are completed within specified timelines.
He stressed that speedy investigation, recovery of stolen money, robust digital evidence collection and public awareness are critical to tackling the growing threat of cybercrime.
The inspection was part of the annual review of the Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit by the Additional Commissioner of Police (Crimes & SIT).
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