Cyber fraud continues to rise, and despite the growing awareness of the issue, law enforcement and government agencies seem to be slow to act against those responsible. A recent experience of my househelp, who fell victim to cyber fraud, underscores the lack of empathy and accountability in our system. She was treated with disrespect at the cyber crime cell of the Colva police station, and her case has made little progress. It’s baffling why law enforcement appears more focused on warning victims than on apprehending the criminals. When will we start seeing news about culprits being caught, penalised, and victims receiving compensation?
Many cyber crimes leave a digital trail, which should make it easier to track the perpetrators. Yet, it seems our law enforcement agencies are more concerned with issuing warnings to victims than actually catching those responsible. Could there be a hidden connection between law enforcement and organised crime syndicates involved in cyber fraud?
The bigger question is: why do we, as citizens, fund the salaries of law enforcement officers through our taxes, only to be left feeling vulnerable and unprotected? It is the responsibility of the government and law enforcement agencies to serve and protect the public, not to cater to the interests of criminal organisations.
In the digital age, citizens have the right to feel safe and secure. It’s high time for the government and law enforcement agencies to take decisive action against cyber fraudsters and offer better support to victims. We deserve better, and it’s time our authorities deliver.
