Hyderabad Cyber Crime: 184 Profiles, 801 Ads Removed, 6 FIRs Filed Over Online Betting and Fake Investment Scams

Hyderabad: The Cyber Crime Unit of Hyderabad City Police has taken major action against illegal online betting, gaming promotions and fake investment schemes, identifying 184 social media profiles and 801 paid advertisements on Facebook and Instagram during the month of April, leading to 06 FIRs registered. All the profiles have been taken down, and the investigation is ongoing to trace those involved.

Massive Digital Monitoring: 184 Profiles and 801 Ads Identified

According to the press note:

• The Cyber Crime Unit conducted continuous digital monitoring and intelligence-based tracking
• Identified 184 social media profiles actively running
• Detected 801 paid advertisements promoting:
  • Online gaming
  • Illegal betting applications
  • Fake investment websites

These ads targeted users in India by:

• Promising easy money
• Offering bonuses and referral commissions
• Claiming huge returns on investments

The profiles were also sharing:

• Promotional content
• Referral links
• IPL predictions
• Deepfake videos of well-known personalities

Profiles Removed and FIRs Registered

As a preventive measure:

• All 184 profiles were reported and taken down
• 06 FIRs were registered in April against promoters

Authorities confirmed that:

• Further investigation is underway
• Efforts are ongoing to trace individuals and financial channels
• Legal action will be taken under relevant laws

Larger Crackdown Data: 427 Profiles and 1903 Ads Removed

Under ongoing cyber patrol initiatives:

• A total of 427 social media profiles have been identified and removed
• 1903 paid advertisements have been taken down

These were linked to:

• Online gaming
• Illegal betting
• Fake investment platforms targeting Indian users

Public Advisory Issued by Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police

The Cyber Crime Unit issued a strong advisory:

• Online betting and gambling are prohibited in Telangana
• Such platforms lure users with:
  • False promises of high returns
  • Bonuses and referral commissions
• Risks include:
  • Financial loss
  • Misuse of personal and banking data
  • Legal penalties

Important Warnings:

• Do not download or register on unauthorized betting platforms
• Do not share referral links or promotional content
• Be cautious of fake high-return investment schemes
• Do not trust deepfake videos of well-known personalities
• Parents must guide youth about risks

Reporting Channels:

• Report suspicious activity to the nearest Cyber Crime Police Station
• Dial Toll Free Number 1930
• Visit www.cybercrime.gov.in

The unit urged citizens to:

• Avoid unknown social media profiles
• Stay cautious in online trading or investment
• Verify information from official sources

Official Statement

The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Unit stated that it is committed to maintaining a safe and secure cyberspace and urged citizens to report any suspicious online activity immediately.

The press note was issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Cyber Crime, Hyderabad.

The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Unit crackdown in April led to the identification and removal of 184 social media profiles and 801 ads, registration of 06 FIRs, and a cumulative action against 427 profiles and 1903 ads linked to illegal betting and fake investment scams. The investigation is ongoing, and strict legal action is expected against those involved.

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