Criminals Exploiting Phone Number Loopholes to Hide Identities 23 August 2024 – 04:36 By Siphelele Khanyile An alarming average of 42 kidnappings per day in South Africa highlights the growing threat of organised crime, extortion, and protection rackets, as reported by the Institute of Security Studies. Criminals are capitalizing on loopholes that allow them to use phone numbers without revealing their identities, posing a significant challenge for law enforcement agencies. In a country grappling with increasing crime rates, the ease of using untraceable phone numbers poses a serious concern for public safety. The ability for criminals to operate without fear…

Criminals Exploiting Phone Number Loopholes 23 August 2024 – 04:36 By Siphelele Khanyile An alarming average of 42 kidnappings occur daily in South Africa, per the Institute of Security Studies. With organised crime on the rise, criminals are taking advantage of loopholes in phone number security, exposing their identities without fear. Extortion, ransom demands, and protection rackets are becoming increasingly prevalent in the country. In South Africa, the Institute of Security Studies reports that 42 kidnappings happen every day. Criminals are exploiting vulnerabilities in phone number security without concern over exposing their identities. Organised crime, extortion, ransom demands, and protection…