Mysuru records second highest cybercrime cases in Karnataka
Mysuru: Between January 1 and July 10 this year, Mysuru district has emerged as the second-highest region for cybercrime cases in Karnataka, with 216 cases reported. Of these, 181 incidents occurred within city police limits.
The Cybercrime, Economic Offences, and Narcotics (CEN) police noted a worrying trend that most victims were educated individuals, indicating that cybercriminals are continuously refining their methods to target unsuspecting citizens.
Police officials stress the importance of public awareness and immediate reporting to local authorities at the first sign of suspicious activity. During a recent session of the state legislature, Home Minister G. Parameshwara presented data showing Bengaluru City as the leader in cybercrime cases, with a staggering 9,912 incidents. Other districts in the Mysuru region also reported significant numbers, including Hassan (87 cases), Shivamogga (76), Chikkamagaluru (67), Kodagu (58), and Mandya (42). On the lower end, Chamarajanagar recorded just 18 cases, one of the state's lowest.
CEN police officers have observed that cybercriminals frequently alter their tactics to exploit new vulnerabilities. "Currently, educated individuals, particularly senior citizens, are deceived in the name of stock market investment. The public are lured to invest on unsafe platforms and later, they are not allowed to withdraw funds. A few months ago, innocent people were exploited under the guise of digital arrest. Extortion on the pretext of 'drugs in parcel' is another challenge this year," explained a CEN police officer.
The officer stressed on the need for vigilance, especially for those considering stock market investments. "Those planning to invest in the stock market should ensure their brokers are registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and are genuine. In cases of digital arrest or threats related to drugs in parcels, victims should approach local police for assistance. However, in most incidents, victims approach police only after losing money," he added.
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Tumakuru: Dalit family allegedly prevented from entering temple; accused arrested
Tumakuru: Police in Turuvekere have arrested a 65-year-old man for allegedly obstructing a Dalit family from entering a temple and making caste-based remarks, officials said on Saturday.
The accused, identified as Rajanna, has been booked under provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act based on a complaint filed by Rangaramu T. of Thuyalahalli village.
According to the FIR, the incident took place on April 18 around 5:30 pm when Rangaramu T. and his family visited the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple in Mallur village to offer prayers. It states that the accused allegedly objected to their entry and made remarks referring to caste hierarchy and questioning their presence inside the temple premises.
The FIR further states that the accused made additional remarks asserting that such entry into the temple was not permitted and asked the family to leave. It also mentions that the complainant was subjected to mental harassment through these statements.
Following the complaint, DySP Om Prakash Gowda along with revenue officials and police visited the spot and conducted an inspection.
Further investigation is underway.
