Urdu Report Desk
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested 120 suspects in Rawalpindi during a crackdown on an alleged online visa fraud network that reportedly deceived citizens with promises of visas for Canada, Italy and other European countries.
Authorities conducted operations against six call centres suspected of involvement in the illegal activities, recovering 800 mobile phones and laptops.
Fake Visa Offers Used to Deceive Citizens
According to an NCCIA spokesperson, the group allegedly offered visas for Canada, Italy and other European countries and provided fraudulent documents to deceive applicants.
Additional Director Nisar Ahmed Khan said the number of victims could run into the hundreds. He added that forensic examinations of the seized mobile phones and laptops had begun.
Other Fraudulent Activities Under Investigation
Assistant Director Rana Mohsin said the call centres were also allegedly involved in romance scams and investment fraud schemes.
Authorities have also started monitoring call centres operating in Rawalpindi as part of efforts to identify and investigate suspected fraudulent activities.
NCCIA Warns Citizens Against Sharing Personal Data
Nisar Ahmed Khan urged citizens not to share their personal information online with unverified individuals or organisations.
