The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has recovered Rs3.2 million from two separate online investment fraud cases and arrested a suspect accused of exploiting and blackmailing a minor in Rawalpindi.
The arrests and recoveries came during an intensified crackdown on cybercrime across the country. The agency has also warned citizens about fraudulent prize messages circulating through social media and messaging platforms.
Facebook and WhatsApp Scam Costs Citizen Rs2.9 Million
In the first case, the NCCIA recovered Rs1.8 million after investigating an online investment scam that caused a citizen a financial loss of Rs2.9 million.
According to the agency, fraudsters initially contacted the victim through a Facebook account named Misbah Sabir. They later approached him on WhatsApp, posing as online business professionals and encouraging him to invest money.
The suspects shared a suspicious link that installed an application called Onchainus.net on the victim’s mobile phone. The application allegedly enabled the fraudsters to steal Rs2,915,872.
The NCCIA recovered Rs1.8 million during its operation. Investigators are now working to identify additional suspects and recover the remaining amount.
Rawalpindi Resident Loses Over Rs21 Million
In another investment fraud, the agency recovered Rs1.4 million from a case involving a Rawalpindi resident who lost more than Rs21 million.
The victim was reportedly attracted to an online trading scheme through a WhatsApp group named v185-Wharton. The group promised attractive investment opportunities and substantial returns.
He transferred Rs21,018,511 from his bank accounts to several beneficiary accounts using an application and an ATM card. The accused in this case is currently on physical remand.
Suspect Arrested for Exploiting and Blackmailing Minor
In a separate operation, the NCCIA arrested a suspect accused of exploiting and blackmailing a minor boy.
According to the complaint, the suspect contacted the child through an online game and offered him a gaming ID. He allegedly lured the boy into meeting him and later used recorded videos to blackmail him.
The agency recovered a mobile phone for forensic examination and further investigation.
NCCIA Warns Against Fake Rs13,000 Prize Messages
Separately, the agency warned citizens about fake messages promising a Rs13,000 cash prize in the Prime Minister’s name.
Officials advised people to avoid suspicious links and never share personal or banking information. Citizens can report cybercrime incidents through helpline 1799 or their nearest NCCIA office.
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