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Police statistics reveal a 17 per cent increase in crimes involving internet bullying and verbal abuse, police sources said

Dubai: Police statistics reveal a 17 per cent increase in crimes involving internet bullying and verbal abuse, police sources said.

Police statistics showed that in 2009 there were 62 reported crimes involving internet bullying and verbal abuse. The number increased to 73 cases in the year 2010.

Police statistics as well revealed a 100 per cent increase in the number of electronic crimes involving illegally providing telecommunication services or VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) services to conduct international calls.