The cyber Crime police station hyderabad registered 78 FIRS

The Cyber Crime Police Station Hyderabad registered 78 FIRs during February 2026. Under the special drive “Operation Octopus”, Cyber Crime Police along with Law & Order teams arrested 117 accused persons from 16 States in connection with 74 cyber crime cases.

The modus operandi-wise breakup of detected cases includes Trading & Investment Fraud (63), Digital Arrest Fraud (6), OTP Fraud (4), and Social Media Fraud (1). During investigations, a total amount of ₹34,76,884 was refunded to victims. The arrested accused were also found involved in 1,081 cases across India, and their bank accounts recorded transactions worth approximately ₹139 crores.

Police seized key evidence including ₹36,00,000 cash, 221 mobile phones, 26 laptops, 115 cheque books, 141 SIM cards, 54 debit cards, 56 shell stamps, 152 passbooks and other incriminating documents used for cyber fraud operations.

During February 2026, Zonal Cyber Cells received 2,963 complaints through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, out of which 461 FIRs were registered. In addition, 11 accused involved in 9 cases were arrested across India, and ₹24,10,741 was refunded to victims. Continuous cyber patrol also identified 124 fake profiles on Facebook and Instagram running 539 advertisements promoting illegal online gaming and betting apps, which were reported and taken down.

Public Advisory:
The public is advised to remain vigilant against fake social media and matrimonial profiles, fraudulent investment groups, malicious APK files, phishing links, and “digital arrest” impersonation scams. Citizens should avoid investing in schemes promising quick profits, never share personal or financial details with unknown persons online, and verify suspicious communications claiming to be from government agencies. Online betting and gambling activities are illegal in Telangana and may attract legal action. If any cyber fraud occurs, victims should immediately report the incident by calling the Cyber Crime Helpline 1930 or through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (http://cybercrime.gov.in) to enable timely freezing and recovery of funds.

Sd/-
M. Srinivasulu, IPS
Addl. Commissioner of Police,
Crimes & SIT, Hyderabad City.