Dubai: Dubai Police announced the dismantling of 103 fraudulent social media accounts during the second quarter of the year. This action is part of a broader campaign aimed at curbing online scams and strengthening protection against cybercrime.

According to Anadolu Agency, the figures were revealed during a quarterly review of the General Department of Criminal Investigation. Senior officials assessed crime trends, operational performance, and measures to counter emerging security threats at the meeting. The session was chaired by Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs Maj. Gen. Hareb Al Shamsi. He emphasized the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies, public institutions, and the community to tackle increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes.

Maj. Gen. Al Shamsi urged residents to remain vigilant when engaging online. He advised against sharing personal or banking details with unverified individuals or platforms and encouraged reporting any suspected fraud attempts promptly.

During the meeting, officials also reviewed cases handled by the Anti-Fraud Centre, focusing on the methods used by cybercriminals to deceive victims. The discussion included strategies to improve the early detection of scams and enhance response capabilities.

The review further assessed operations conducted by specialist investigative units. The police highlighted efforts to expand proactive policing, improve operational preparedness, and prevent crime before it occurs.

Dubai Police also reported a decline in several criminal indicators during the first half of the year, attributing the decrease to ongoing enforcement operations and preventive security initiatives.