Deoghar Police Launch Aggressive Crackdown on Cybercriminals with Property Seizure and CCA
In a decisive move to combat the rising tide of cybercrime, the Deoghar police in Dumka district have unveiled a stringent new strategy. Authorities will now attach the properties of repeat offenders and invoke the Crime Control Act (CCA) against them, marking a significant escalation in enforcement efforts.
SP Saurabh Directs Police Stations to Identify Notorious Offenders
Deoghar Superintendent of Police Saurabh chaired a crucial meeting with officials from all police stations across the district on Wednesday evening. During this session, he issued clear directives to begin identifying notorious cybercriminals to initiate a comprehensive crackdown.
"Action against active criminals will no longer be confined to mere arrests," SP Saurabh emphasized. "We are shifting towards property seizure and applying stringent laws like the Crime Control Act against habitual offenders."
Growing Concerns Over Cyber Fraud and Drug Peddling Prompt Tough Measures
This aggressive initiative comes in response to mounting concerns over escalating cyber fraud cases and instances of drug peddling involving local youth. The SP highlighted that intelligence inputs consistently point to repeat offenders frequently appearing in multiple cases, necessitating tougher and more deterrent action.
"Inputs indicate that repeat offenders have been frequently surfacing in multiple cases, prompting the need for tougher, and deterrent action," the SP stated, underscoring the urgency of the situation.
Systematic Verification and Categorization of Offenders Underway
As part of this crackdown, police personnel have been instructed to conduct physical verification of individuals involved in criminal activities over the past five years. Special teams will visit the residences of these offenders to assess their current status and activities, categorizing them into three groups:
- Group A: High-risk repeat offenders
- Group B: Moderate-risk individuals
- Group C: Low-risk cases
Legal Process Already Initiated Against Eight Cybercriminals
SP Saurabh revealed that the legal process to confiscate the properties of eight cybercriminals in the district has already been set in motion. Furthermore, Officers-in-Charge (OCs) have been tasked with identifying at least ten active cybercriminals within their respective jurisdictions to initiate similar property seizure actions against them.
In addition to targeting cybercrime, the SP directed officials to expedite the disposal of pending cases and strengthen overall law and order across all police station areas.
Appeal to Parents on Drug Abuse Among Minors
Addressing the related issue of drug abuse among minors, SP Saurabh made a heartfelt appeal to parents. "We are committed to helping children trapped in addiction and will extend all possible support for their rehabilitation," he assured, encouraging families to seek police assistance without hesitation.
This multi-pronged approach by the Deoghar police represents a robust response to complex criminal challenges, combining punitive measures with rehabilitative support to foster a safer community environment.
