Considering the rising number of cybercrime cases involving digital currencies in recent times, the Thane Police have set up
Maharashtra’s first dedicated cryptocurrency investigation cell.
During the investigation of cybercrimes, it was found that criminals are embezzling money involved in crimes through cryptocurrency. As a result, tracing and recovering the amount becomes difficult. Therefore, the Commissioner of Police, Thane City, inaugurated a 'Cryptocurrency Investigation Cell' at the Cyber Police Station on September 24, 2025.
Additionally, recognizing the need for experts to investigate these crimes, two cyber experts have been appointed in each Thane Police Commissionerate.
This cell will have police officers and personnel from the Economic Offenses Wing and Cyber Police Station with special expertise in cryptocurrency. These officers will provide training related to cryptocurrency to all investigating officers who investigate cybercrimes in the police stations of the Police Commissionerate and will also assist in investigations. This will help significantly curb fraud-related crimes.