Guwahati Police Recovers ₹2.12 Crore from Cyber Fraudsters in 2025
Significant Recovery Amid Rising Cyber Crime
Guwahati, July 15: The Cyber Crime Branch of the Guwahati Police has successfully retrieved ₹2.12 crore from cyber fraudsters this year, as reported by Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Birinchi Bora on Tuesday.
Bora emphasized the escalating issue of digital crime in the city, noting that this recovered sum is part of nearly ₹15 crore that has been lost to online scammers over the past six and a half months.
“In 2025, we have recorded 386 complaints regarding financial cyber frauds totaling almost ₹15 crore. While we have managed to recover ₹2.12 crore, the remaining amount is still unaccounted for. We have filed 37 cases and apprehended 55 suspects linked to these frauds,” Bora stated during a press briefing at Panbazar.
“It is alarming that many victims are well-informed individuals. We have seen cases involving teachers, doctors, and media professionals—highly educated people—falling victim to these scams,” he added.
Bora explained the challenges in recovering defrauded funds, stating that police intervention is only possible if the money remains within the digital financial ecosystem and has not been withdrawn by the criminals.
He highlighted common tactics employed by cybercriminals, warning that they frequently impersonate officials from government bodies such as the CBI, police, or customs.
“We have received reports from individuals who were deceived by callers pretending to be from investigative or enforcement agencies. If you have done nothing wrong, there is no need to fear such calls. Always verify before making any payments,” he advised.
Bora also raised concerns about the potential misuse of Artificial Intelligence in future scams. “While no AI-generated fraud has been reported in Guwahati yet, the exploitation of personal images and data through AI poses a growing risk. Citizens must stay vigilant,” he cautioned.
Encouraging the public to exercise caution, the officer warned against investing through unverified applications or platforms.
“Avoid trusting any app or investment scheme that lacks recognition from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) or other regulatory authorities,” he concluded.
