FIA Recovers Over Rs. 615 Million in Crackdown on Illegal Visa Agents

Notably, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Islamabad Zone has arrested 190 illegal visa agents and recovered Rs.

Key points

• While AHTC Rawalpindi arrested 70 agents, recovered Rs, 411.05 million, and registered 875 cases.
• According to official data, the Anti-Human Trafficking Circles (AHTCs) in Islamabad and Rawalpindi registered 1, 543 cases during the period.
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• The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Rawalpindi Circle busted an alleged cyber fraud network targeting foreign nationals.
• A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and the Pakistan Penal Code, with further investigation underway.

According to official data, the Anti-Human Trafficking Circles (AHTCs) in Islamabad and Rawalpindi registered 1, 543 cases during the period. The operations were carried out under the supervision of the FIA Islamabad Zone director.

AHTC Islamabad arrested 120 agents, recovered Rs. While AHTC Rawalpindi arrested 70 agents, recovered Rs, 411.05 million, and registered 875 cases. 204.5 million, and registered 668 cases.

For context, the FIA remarked it would continue taking action against human smugglers and illegal visa agents involved in defrauding citizens through false promises of overseas employment and travel.

Notably, the agency advised citizens to verify the credentials of visa agents before making any payments and immediately report suspected fraud or illegal activities to the authorities.

Meanwhile, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Rawalpindi Circle busted an alleged cyber fraud network targeting foreign nationals.

According to an NCCIA spokesperson, authorities raided a private housing society on Friday and arrested three suspects, including a woman, allegedly involved in financial fraud. Court Extends Stay Order Against CDA Service Road Operation.

In practice, the suspects reportedly posed as bank representatives and foreign law enforcement authorities to intimidate victims and extort capital through threats and deception.

While efforts are underway to arrest other members of the network, mobile phones were seized during the raid.

Notably, a case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and the Pakistan Penal Code, with further investigation underway.

NCCIA Director General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi remarked action against international cyber fraud networks damaging Pakistan's reputation would continue. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.

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