Cyberabad police recover 1,100 stolen mobile phones worth Rs.3.30 Cr
Hyderabad: The Cyberabad police recovered 1,100 stolen and lost mobile phones over the past 45 days. Utilizing the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, the recovered phones, valued at Rs.3.30 crore, were handed over to their rightful owners in an event on Tuesday at the Cyberabad Police Commissioner’s office here.
Speaking on the occasion, DCP Crimes, K. Narasimha, said “With mobile phones playing an essential role in our daily lives, the recovery drive underscores the Cyberabad police commitment to protecting citizens from cybercrimes.”
Mobile theft remains a persistent issue, often exploited by cybercriminals to access sensitive information, including bank account details. Despite high levels of education, many people remain unaware of how to prevent their stolen devices from being misused.
He further added, since the implementation of the CEIR portal, it has facilitated the recovery of 7,500 mobile phones, including 5,500 devices this year alone. “We urge citizens to take precautions, such as securing their devices and being cautious of fraud calls or suspicious online links commonly used by criminals to defraud victims.”
In the past 45 days, Cyberabad police have recovered 1,100 mobile phones. Among them, 235 were recovered by Madhapur Central Crime Station (CCS), 203 by Balanagar CCS, 185 by Medchal CCS, 166 by Rajendranagar CCS, 151 by Shamshabad CCS, 185 by Medchal Zone, 07 by Madhapur Law and Order (L&O), 50 by Medchal L&O, 23 by Balanagar L&O, eight by Rajendranagar L&O, 12 by Shamshabad L&O and 60 by the IT Cell.
The DCP emphasized that citizens should not fear digital arrests or panic in response to fraud calls, investment scams, or other cybercrimes. He urged everyone to stay vigilant, verify information, and report suspicious activities to Cyberabad Police, ensuring a safe digital environment.
Media campaigns, social media outreach, and community engagement have been instrumental in educating people about mobile theft prevention and cyber fraud. The police also stressed the importance of installing CCTV cameras in residential and commercial areas to deter thefts and assist in tracking offenders.
The DCP encouraged the public to report lost or stolen mobile phones at their nearest police station or through the CEIR portal, which is available nationwide across all States and Union Territories.
He stressed that the use of the CEIR portal can prevent the misuse of stolen phones and ensures quicker recovery. For cyber crimes, he urged citizens to dial 1930 or visit cybercrime.gov.in, and file a complaint as soon as possible after the theft.
