The Cyber Crime Police Station of Hyderabad City recorded major enforcement success in December 2025, cracking down on cyber fraud networks operating across multiple Indian states. The action led to dozens of arrests, recovery of crores in fraudulent transactions, and refunds to victims, highlighting the growing scale and reach of cybercrime investigations.
Complaints and FIRs
During the month, the Cyber Crime Police Station, Hyderabad, received 266 complaints through the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP), out of which 144 FIRs were registered. In addition, 2,195 NCRP petitions were handled by zonal cyber cells, leading to 80 FIRs.
Police arrested 15 accused in 13 cases during routine investigations, resulting in a refund of ₹72.36 lakh to affected victims.
Special Operations Across India
As part of special interstate operations in December 2025, cybercrime teams arrested 43 accused from 15 different states in 34 cybercrime cases. These cases included:
- Investment fraud (19 cases)
- “Digital arrest” scams (8 cases)
- Social media fraud (3 cases)
- Business fraud (1 case)
- Hacking (1 case)
- Customer care fraud (1 case)
- Piracy (1 case)
Through these operations, police facilitated refunds amounting to ₹1.33 crore to victims.
Inter State Network Exposed
Investigations revealed that the arrested accused were linked to 119 cyber fraud cases across India. Authorities traced suspicious bank transactions worth approximately ₹73 crore. The cases spanned several states, including Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and others.
Property Seized
During raids and arrests, police seized multiple items used in cyber fraud operations, including:
- 23 mobile phones and 1 laptop
- 9 cheque books, 16 debit cards, and 2 passbooks
- 3 PAN cards and 3 QR scanners
- 3 rubber stamps and 1 game card
Digital Arrest Scams Targeting Seniors
Police highlighted serious “Digital arrest” cases in which senior citizens were cheated by fraudsters impersonating government, police, and enforcement officials. Victims were threatened with fake court notices and coerced through fear tactics. In two major cases, amounts of ₹1.95 crore and ₹59 lakh were cheated. Accused in these cases were arrested from Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh, and properties were seized.
Public Advisory on Cyber Safety
Hyderabad City Police issued a strong public advisory, urging citizens to remain vigilant against:
- Fake profiles posing as senior government officials
- Fake investment groups promising high returns
- Malicious APK files and phishing links
- “Digital arrest” scams involving impersonation of CBI, ED, RBI or police officials
Authorities reiterated that no government agency demands money through phone or video calls, and that there is no legal concept called “digital arrest.” Citizens are advised to invest only through SEBI approved platforms.
Victims of cyber fraud are urged to report incidents immediately by calling 1930 or visiting the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal.
Stay Alert. Stay Safe. Be Cyber Smart.
Hyderabad City Police
