A major cybercrime operation has been uncovered in Islamabad, where a fake call centre was running illegally in the G-10 sector. In a big raid by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), at least 65 people were arrested — including five foreign nationals.
According to officials, the call centre was involved in large-scale online fraud, targeting people through fake calls, emails, and messages. The suspects were pretending to be from trusted organizations and tricking people into sharing personal or financial information. They would then steal money or use the data for other criminal purposes.
The NCCIA said that this wasn’t just a local setup — the presence of foreign nationals shows that an international network was likely involved. The equipment, software, and fake documents found at the site show how advanced and well-planned the operation was.
Authorities acted after receiving multiple complaints and tip-offs from both inside and outside Pakistan. Once the illegal activities were confirmed, they raided the location and took immediate action. Investigations are now underway to track down other people linked to this crime and find out how far the scam had spread.
This bust has raised serious concerns about cyber safety and data protection in the country. Officials are urging people to stay alert, avoid sharing personal details over the phone or online, and report suspicious calls immediately.
This case is a reminder that cybercrime is growing fast — and it can affect anyone. Stay cautious, stay protected.
