Joint Cyber Operation Seizes Devices, Files POCSO Cases Against Ten Suspects

A coordinated cyber‑operation by Delhi’s Central District Police resulted in the seizure of multiple digital devices and the filing of POCSO and IT Act cases against ten individuals on July 19.

The police unit, operating under a strict zero‑tolerance framework, recorded five child sexual abuse complaints over a five‑day window. This led to a joint raid across the capital, where investigators targeted known online channels used for distributing illegal content.

All ten detainees face charges for uploading, sharing and storing child sexual exploitation material. The operation involved the confiscation of smartphones, laptops and external storage units, all of which have been forwarded to a forensic lab for comprehensive analysis.

The trigger for the operation was a tip received from an international cyber‑tip‑line, highlighting suspicious activity linked to a specific illegal network. Subsequent technical verification confirmed the exchange of prohibited material, prompting the swift police response.

Forensic experts are now dissecting the devices to identify further digital footprints. The police have indicated that the investigation is ongoing, with additional internet trails being monitored and the possibility of more arrests looming.