Ah, hyderabad — the city of biryani, pearls, and now, apparently, a treasure trove for cybercriminals. The year 2024 has blessed the city with a record-breaking Rs 385 crore swindled by cyber fraudsters. Why bother investing in mutual funds when some con artist with a whatsapp number can promise you the moon (and take it away too)?
In an absolutely stellar display of trust, 4,042 citizens volunteered their hard-earned money to the noble cause of cybercrime this year. Among the most popular scams, investment fraud led the race with a whopping 926 cases. Because, really, who wouldn’t want to double their money by wiring it to a complete stranger?
A Numbers Game Worth Applauding
Hyderabad’s cybercrime enthusiasts reported 25,831 cases to the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) in 2024. Thanks to the prompt efforts of the NCRP helpline (dial 1093 if you want your hopes dashed sooner!), a heroic Rs 50.6 crore has been frozen — money that’s now trapped in red tape and awaiting a “due legal process.” Rest assured, victims can anticipate their refunds any day... in 2034.
Hyderabad Cybercrime police Station: Doing What They Can
The Cybercrime police Station, under the watchful eye of Commissioner CV Anand, has been busy with 563 trading frauds, 361 OTP frauds, and 312 customs frauds, among others. But hey, let’s not nitpick. Who needs quick arrests when we’ve got zonal-level cybercrime investigation units? Teams are even traveling across india to apprehend fraudsters — because why should hyderabad have all the fun?
The Commissioner offered sage advice: “People need to be vigilant.” Translation: If you fell for that prince from nigeria asking for ₹1 lakh, that’s on you.
Crime on the Rise: A 41% Achievement Unlocked
The city’s overall crime rate shot up by 41% in 2024. A staggering 35,944 cases were registered, up from a mere 25,488 last year. But don’t worry, Hyderabadis — major crimes like murder are apparently on the decline. Why bother with a knife when you can rob someone with a fake paytm link?
Non-grave bodily offenses and small property crimes are flourishing like never before. Bravo to Hyderabad’s entrepreneurial spirit!
What’s Next?
As hyderabad races toward becoming the scam capital of india, let’s not lose hope. Sure, Rs 385 crore is gone, but think of it as an investment in making us all more street-smart. The cybercrime police are out there, somewhere, doing their best (or at least tweeting about it). And remember, if a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is — unless, of course, it’s biryani for Rs 50.
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