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Crime
Tamil Nadu Police Nab 837 Cyber Criminals in 48 Hours
✍️ thehindu.com
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 10:07 AM
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In a two‑day operation, Tamil Nadu police arrested 837 individuals linked to cyber fraud and online scams, marking a significant crackdown on digital crime.
Tamil Nadu police announced that 837 suspects involved in cyber fraud and online scams were apprehended over a 48‑hour period. The arrests were part of a coordinated operation across multiple districts, targeting individuals who had been operating fraudulent websites, phishing schemes and fake investment platforms.
The police said the operation was carried out by the Cyber Crime Division in collaboration with the State Crime Investigation Department. Officials highlighted that the crackdown aimed to disrupt large‑scale online scams that had affected thousands of victims.
The arrested criminals were taken into custody and are currently being processed under the Information Technology Act and other relevant laws. Police officials have urged the public to remain vigilant against online fraud.
This mass arrest follows a broader national effort to curb cybercrime, with authorities emphasizing the need for stronger digital security measures and public awareness.
The police said the operation was carried out by the Cyber Crime Division in collaboration with the State Crime Investigation Department. Officials highlighted that the crackdown aimed to disrupt large‑scale online scams that had affected thousands of victims.
The arrested criminals were taken into custody and are currently being processed under the Information Technology Act and other relevant laws. Police officials have urged the public to remain vigilant against online fraud.
This mass arrest follows a broader national effort to curb cybercrime, with authorities emphasizing the need for stronger digital security measures and public awareness.