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Cyber Cell Registers Case Against Unknown Perpetrator for Online Fraud
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News Analysis IndiaReporter
July 14, 2026
07:12 AM
The investigation has invoked multiple legal provisions. The offender is charged under sections 318(4) and 319(2) of the Indian Penal Code (2023), as well as sections 66C and 66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000. These clauses address identity theft, misuse of computer resources to impersonate another person, and fraudulent activities online. Authorities are focusing on pinpointing the creator of the fake Facebook page, establishing the total amount siphoned, and preventing further exploitation of social‑media platforms.
