According to TN police, a lack of AI tools is postponing investigations and money recovery in cybercrime cases.
Cybercrime complaints in the Tiruchy district have increased, but police face challenges in tracing fraudsters and recovering funds. Scammers often operate from countries like Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, or states like West Bengal using mule accounts. By the time police trace an account, the money is withdrawn or routed through multiple layers.
The lack of advanced investigation tools, such as real-time digital forensic tools, link analysis software, and AI-based scam detection, is another major hurdle. Tamil Nadu police lack access to these tools, which are essential for detecting and preventing cyber crimes. Most victims report fraud too late, and victim should call 1930 immediately to freeze bank accounts.
Awareness drives are conducted in schools, colleges, public transport, and social media, but recovery is very rare once the money is gone. Most cyber frauds involve at least four or five layers: mule account holders, commission agents, fake document suppliers, and masterminds abroad. Arresting suspects does not solve the case.
Scam networks run from buildings that resemble IT companies, recruiting people for telecalling, managing fake social media pages, or transferring funds. Banks cooperate better in freezing fraudulent accounts when alerted in time, but recovering money requires jurisdictional court orders, especially if the account is from another state. The process takes time and often delays refunds to victims.
Tamil Nadu police do have some modern tools, but implementation is still pending. If proper support is received, the ability to solve cybercrime cases will greatly improve.
