New SPF Cyber Command aims to be ‘tip of the spear’ in fight against scams

Under the Cyber Command, a more diverse talent pool of uniformed and civilian officers with specialised skill sets will work together across different roles such as investigations, cyber-threat hunting, and disruption. 

The police will also expand the number of full-time national service cybercrime operators over time and establish a contingent of national servicemen specialising in scams and cybercrime-fighting capabilities.

DAC Kang said six civilian investigators have already been deployed within the cyber investigation branch, which will be part of the new unit. 

“We will be growing this pool by close to another 10 officers this year, so that will bring the number closer to 15,” he added.

SAC Wong highlighted the National Scams List as an example of how the Cyber Command will work with partners. 

The platform, developed with the Home Team Science and Technology Agency, enables automatic real-time exchange of known scam enablers – such as bank accounts – with partners such as banks, empowering them to proactively identify and suspend potential scam accounts before they can be exploited.