The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has received 10,386 cybercrime complaints over the past 53 days. The figures highlight the agency’s ongoing efforts to tackle online fraud and other digital crimes across Pakistan.
According to official statistics, the agency registered 6,672 inquiries following these complaints. It has also filed 442 cases involving different cybercrime incidents. Authorities have arrested 1,749 suspects during operations against individuals allegedly involved in these activities.
The agency also recovered more than Rs149.8 million during its operations. These efforts form part of a wider crackdown on online fraud and illegal digital activities.
NCCIA Takes Action Against Illegal Websites
The NCCIA Cyber Patrolling Unit has also increased its monitoring of suspicious online activities. The unit completed technical analysis of 4,530 URLs during the reporting period.
Following the analysis, officials referred 1,186 illegal web links to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The authority was asked to block these links to restrict access to illegal online content. The action aims to reduce the spread of harmful and fraudulent online activities. It also supports efforts to make digital platforms safer for internet users.
Crackdown on Illegal Call Centres
The NCCIA has also launched operations against illegal call centres operating in different areas. Authorities conducted 59 raids as part of the crackdown.
These operations resulted in the registration of 43 cases. Law enforcement agencies arrested 973 suspects allegedly involved in illegal call centre activities.
Officials also seized 15,502 items during the raids. Additionally, 211 foreign nationals were arrested during the operation. The crackdown follows concerns about organised fraud networks operating through call centres. Authorities are investigating their activities and possible involvement in financial scams.
Karachi Has Hundreds of Scam Call Centres
Earlier, Additional Director Shahzad Akbar revealed that Karachi had around 300 to 350 skimming and scam call centres. He said the NCCIA would not provide any concessions to individuals involved in these activities.
According to Shahzad Akbar, the agency had already taken action against one of three major companies operating in the sector. He added that the same company had faced action previously.
The official also raised concerns about the recruitment practices of these call centres. He said young people who should be pursuing education were working in such facilities. Local residents and retired individuals had also reportedly become targets of financial fraud.
Fake IDs and Credit Card Details Recovered
Shahzad Akbar further disclosed that the agency had seized 329 laptops during its operations. According to him, these devices contained fake identification documents and credit card information.
He explained that fraudsters used different offers to deceive credit card holders. These schemes allegedly enabled them to access victims’ financial accounts and withdraw their money.
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The NCCIA is continuing its efforts against cybercrime and organised digital fraud. Its recent operations highlight the scale of illegal online activities and fraudulent call centre networks. Authorities are also focusing on identifying suspects, investigating financial transactions and disrupting criminal networks. The ongoing crackdown aims to protect citizens from online scams and financial losses.
