The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crimes Circle in Quetta has arrested a man named Hameedullah, accused of sexually harassing and blackmailing a woman through social media. The arrest occurred during a targeted raid in Satellite Town, Quetta, and the suspect was subsequently taken to the FIA’s Cyber Crime office for interrogation.
According to an FIA spokesperson, Hameedullah had been using fake Facebook profiles to impersonate the victim. He shared explicit images and videos through these fraudulent accounts to blackmail the woman and her family. The FIA investigators seized the suspect’s mobile phone, which contained crucial evidence, including incriminating social media accounts and other related materials.
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The FIA has launched an investigation into the case as part of its ongoing crackdown on cybercrimes, particularly focusing on online harassment and blackmail in the region. They encourage anyone experiencing cyber harassment to report such incidents promptly to prevent further exploitation.
Cybercrime has been on the rise in Quetta, with increasing incidents of online fraud, hacking, identity theft, and harassment. Authorities are actively working to address these challenges by improving cybersecurity measures and raising public awareness.
