Total of 2,000 cyberbullying incidents reported so far this year

By Poojathmi Rivithma

Colombo, November 11 (Daily Mirror)- A total of 2,000 incidents of cyberbullying have been reported so far this year, according to the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT).

SLCERT engineer Charuka Damunupola, while speaking to the Daily Mirror revealed that there has been a significant rise in cybercrime activities, with over 9,500 complaints filed in recent months.

He stated that 981 of these cases involved sexual abuse, highlighting the growing concerns over online safety, particularly for vulnerable individuals.

In addition to cyberbullying, reports show that nearly 1,600 incidents have been reported involving internet scams, further stressing the escalating threat posed by cybercriminals.

The surge in cybercrime cases underscores the urgent need for stronger measures to tackle digital harassment and protect online users, especially children and other vulnerable groups.

Meanwhile, experts have called for more robust laws and enforcement, alongside greater awareness campaigns, to safeguard Sri Lanka’s digital space.