Summary NCCIA arrested 1,129 cybercrime suspects in one month, registered 272 cases, and recovered Rs105.3 million for victims after receiving 5,176 complaints nationwide.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested 1,129 suspects in nationwide operations against cybercriminals over the course of one month, while recovering Rs105.3 million and returning the amount to victims.
According to the agency’s monthly performance report, issued after Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi assumed charge as NCCIA director general, the agency received 5,176 complaints during the previous month.
The complaints led to the registration of 4,491 inquiries, while 272 cases were registered against individuals allegedly involved in cybercrime following the completion of investigations.
The report highlighted the agency’s enforcement efforts against cybercriminal activities and its measures to recover money for affected individuals.
NCCIA Director General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said protecting citizens in the digital space remained the agency’s top priority. He added that the agency would continue to strictly implement a zero-tolerance policy against cybercrime.
Rizvi further stated that as the digital world had become an integral part of national life, protecting citizens, institutions and digital infrastructure was not merely the responsibility of law enforcement agencies but also a critical national need.
