Cyber Crime
Operation Thiraineeku: Tamil Nadu Police Nab 70 Cybercriminals in 3 Days
Tamil Nadu Police arrested 70 cyber fraudsters in a massive operation named “Thiraineeku” over three days. This state-wide crackdown targeted 135 cases of cybercrime, involving fraud of Rs 41.9 crore, using advanced profiling techniques and data analytics.
Chennai: In a landmark effort to combat cybercrime, Tamil Nadu Police carried out a state-wide operation named “Thiraineeku”, arresting 70 cyber fraudsters in just three days. The operation, which is being hailed as one of the largest cybercrime crackdowns in India, targeted 135 cases involving fraudulent activities worth Rs 41.9 crore.
The operation was meticulously planned and executed by the State Cyber Crime Wing (CCW) under the supervision of ADGP (Cyber Crime) Sandeep Mittal. Special teams comprising District Superintendents of Police and Police Commissioners led the action across districts and cities, ensuring a synchronized approach.
The operation leveraged profiling through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP), databases of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), and analysis of bank fund trails. This helped identify and apprehend individuals linked to 158 NCRP complaints, dismantling organized cybercrime networks operating in the state.
An official statement described the arrests as a major achievement in tackling cybercrime in Tamil Nadu. “These arrests represent a significant victory in dismantling organized cybercrime in the State. This operation effectively strikes at the backbone of the cybercrime network,” said a senior official.
Investigations are ongoing to uncover further layers of the cybercrime network. The police are analyzing seized digital evidence and interrogating the arrested individuals to trace additional members of these criminal groups and recover defrauded funds. Officials emphasized that stringent legal actions will be taken to deter other potential cybercriminals.
Public Awareness and Assistance
Tamil Nadu Police urged citizens to remain vigilant against cybercrime and utilize the toll-free helpline 1930 for reporting such incidents. Citizens can also file complaints on the government’s cybercrime portal www.cybercrime.gov.in.
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