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Mumbai’s digital underworld: Cyber fraud cases skyrocketing
Updated On: 11 July, 2023 07:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan
Mumbai police grapple with a relentless wave of cyber fraud incidents, strategising advanced measures to combat the hidden face of crime in the digital realm
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Police have compiled a list of the top 15 prevalent frauds in Mumbai. Representation pic/istock
A multitude of cyber fraud incidents have hit the city, resulting in a significant number of daily cases filed in Mumbai. The city police have compiled a list of the top 15 prevalent frauds in Mumbai, and dedicated cyber teams are actively addressing these issues. However, the detection rate for these frauds remains below 10 per cent. The police recognise that enhanced infrastructure, the adoption of advanced technology, and the recruitment of well-trained officers are what could effectively combat these cybercrimes.
Based on official data from the Mumbai police, there have been 1,909 reported cases of cyber fraud in Mumbai from January to May of this year. Of these, only 200 have been successfully detected, resulting in the arrest of 295 individuals. This data highlights the significant gap between the number of reported cases and the detection rate, indicating the need for further improvements in the investigation and prevention of such crimes. According to the Mumbai police, the city has been plagued by several major types of cyber fraud.
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