MEDIOVA: Journal of Islamic Media Studies
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): FIVE EDITION - NO 1

THE ROLE OF INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM IN UNCOVERING CYBERCRIME: A CRIMINOLOGICAL AND SHARIA LAW ANALYSIS

Abdul Rahman Ashidiq (Universitas Muhammadiyah Bangka Belitung)
Arifah (IAIN Syaikh Abdurrahman Siddik Bangka Belitung)



Article Info

Publish Date
12 May 2025

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of investigative journalism in uncovering cybercrime using a literature approach that integrates criminology and sharia law perspectives. The study uses a qualitative-descriptive literature study method with data collected from academic journals, books on communication theory, media ethics, cybercriminology, and Islamic law literature. The results show that investigative journalism has a strategic function as a social control that can uncover hidden cybercrime practices, encourage transparency, accountability, and policy reform. The criminology perspective provides an understanding of the dynamics of criminal behavior and its preventive function, while sharia law emphasizes the principles of justice, ethics, and victim recovery in cyber law enforcement. The integration of these two perspectives builds an ethical framework for cyber journalism that is responsible, fair, and professional. This study recommends strengthening the capacity of investigative journalists through technology and legal training and the development of regulations that accommodate positive legal aspects and sharia values to face the challenges of digital crime effectively and sustainably.

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MEDIO

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MEDIOVA: Journal of Islamic Media Studies is a journal that focuses on media studies and various communication issue of islam in society. The scope of this media study is related to media studies and islamic communication around issues such as: Uses and Gratification of Mass Media and Journalism ...