Cops to take FB Live way for cyber crime awareness

KOLKATA: Officers from the detective department’s cyber cell and bank fraud sections will organise an interactive programme on Facebook from next week to raise awareness on organized cyber crime, especially those involving e-wallets, Instagram and Telegram, and sextortion, along with cryptocurrency. The first programme will be held at 5pm on May 24 and will focus on Jamtara gangs.

“These frauds have seen a jump post pandemic. Hence, it is important to build awareness. We have decided to hold regular Facebook Live sessions where we wish to bring in experts who can help netizens understand certain terms and the best practices for safety of internet users. The idea of cyber hygiene will be explained,” said additional CP DC (cyber) Atul V.