Goa, Aug. 12 -- Goa has recorded a dramatic spike in job scams, with reported cases almost tripling in a year - from 15 in 2023-24 to 42 in 2024-25 - according to official crime statistics tabled in the Assembly.

The data also shows increases in other serious offences: rape cases rose from 105 to 114, murders from 27 to 29, and drug-related crimes from 127 to 161. Molestation complaints inched up from 116 to 120. While theft and assault cases declined, the overall rise in organised fraud and violent crimes underscores ongoing challenges for law enforcement.

In response, police have intensified 24x7 patrolling using PCR vans and foot patrols, strengthened beat-level intelligence gathering, and set up Women Help Desks in police stations. ...