The National Cybercrime Directorate has successfully stopped a SIM-box fraud operation. This involved the arrest of several individuals.
These alleged fraudsters used SIM-boxes, which are devices that allow illegal calls to be made. This bypasses normal phone networks and is often used to commit fraud.
The operation was designed to prevent people from losing money through these illegal phone activities.
The directorate stated that the arrests are a significant step in combating telecommunication fraud in the country.
Further investigations are ongoing to understand the full extent of the operation and identify any other individuals involved.
The public is often targeted by scammers who use such illegal phone lines to carry out their fraudulent schemes.
The National Cybercrime Directorate works continuously to protect citizens from various forms of cybercrime.
This action highlights the police service's commitment to tackling technology-based crimes.