Hyderabad witnesses 2% increase in overall crime in 2023: CP
City Police Commissioner Kothakota Srinivas Reddy revealed that overall crime has increased by 2 per cent in 2023 (24,220 cases) compared to the previous year (24,821).
Hyderabad: City Police Commissioner Kothakota Srinivas Reddy revealed that overall crime has increased by 2 per cent in 2023 (24,220 cases) compared to the previous year (24,821).
Addressing the annual Press Conference at the Telangana State Police Command and Control Centre (TSPCCC), Jubilee Hills, on Friday, Commissioner Reddy expressed concern over a 12 per cent rise in crimes against women, with 403 reported rape cases in 2023 compared to 343 in 2022.
He further noted an 11 per cent increase in cybercrimes, resulting in a financial loss of Rs. 133 crores, up from Rs. 82 crores the previous year. Financial crimes also saw an uptick from 292 cases in 2022 to 344 cases in 2023.
Commissioner Reddy highlighted a 3 per cent increase in real estate crimes and a 12 per cent rise in crimes against women.
He emphasized that traffic police stations experienced a more pronounced increase than law and order police stations during the year, with the current count standing at 31, and plans for additional stations in the pipeline. Ensuring women’s safety remains a top priority for the Hyderabad Police.
Key statistics from the report include a 9 per cent increase in robberies, a 12 per cent reduction in POCSO cases, and a total of 79 reported murders, 403 rape cases, 242 kidnappings, and 4,909 cheating cases this year.
Road accidents numbered 2,637, murder attempts reached 262, and there were 91 reported thefts. The report indicates that 75 per cent of lost property has been recovered, and 63 per cent of criminals faced legal consequences, with 13 individuals receiving life imprisonment out of 13 cases.
Commissioner Reddy commended the peaceful conduct of festivals and rallies and the effective organization of assembly elections and conferences.
Noteworthy initiatives include the establishment of the country’s first cybercrime wing, efforts to combat drug-related issues through the Narcotic Bureau, and the utilization of sniffer dogs to eliminate drugs.
As the year-end approaches, citizens are urged to conclude New Year celebrations before 0100 hours, with a strict warning of repercussions for rule violations.
In response to a question, the Commissioner stated, “We do not entertain recommendation letters (pairavies) for postings. Postings will be allocated only on a merit basis. We also ensure a non-political approach to postings,” he added.
