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Cybercrime Investigations and Digital Forensics

National coverage providing expertise and specialist support to Local Policing and other departments. This includes technical assistance in the examination and analysis of digital devices.

Both departments provide specialist support for National Online Child Abuse Protection (NOCAP) investigations, work closely with our Internet Investigations Unit (IIU) and support the Safer Communities department in delivery of safety, prevention and resilience advice to the public.

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Report Cybercrime

You can report Cybercrime as follows: By phoning 999 (emergency) or 101 (non-emergency) In person at any police station

Scams and Frauds

Information on the different types of fraud and advice on how you can avoid becoming a victim.

TTX Gym

Running a cyber security exercise is an immersive, effective way to evaluate and practise response skills. Yet, designing and facilitating exercises is complex. TTX Gym provides a custom-designed tool to deliver consistent, effective, and insightful exercising experiences.

Police Scotland’s Cyber Security Strategy 2020

This strategy sets out how Police Scotland will take a proactive approach to respond to cyber demand, ensuring that we are future focused and able to adapt our policing model to suit the needs of the communities they serve.

Cyber Advice and Support

Guidance for individuals, charities and small businesses to improve their cyber resilience and report cyber crime.

Romance Fraud 2024

Romance Fraud is a crime which is a financially driven fraud designed to exploit victims for money. It is carried out by criminals exploiting victims by convincing them they are in a genuine romantic relationship. This guidance explains what romance […]