Cyber Police Kashmir Unleashes Major Crackdown on Mule Accounts: 2 Kingpins Arrested, Preventive Action Taken Against 50 Individuals

 

Sachnews Jammu Kashmir

Srinagar, April 14: 

Cyber Police Kashmir has intensified its crackdown on mule accounts, bank accounts rented out for commission and used to funnel proceeds of online scams. As part of the latest operation, preventive action has been taken against 50 individuals, and two key masterminds have been arrested. Several others are currently under close surveillance.

According to Sachnews Jammu Kashmir, Cyber Police Kashmir have reiterated that these mule accounts are not anonymous, they are real, local, and fully traceable. Individuals who lend their accounts, knowingly or unknowingly, risk facing severe legal consequences.

“There will be no safe haven for digital fraud in Kashmir,” said an official from the Cyber Police. “We are tracking every digital trail and holding all involved accountable.”

The Cyber Police has urged the public to stay vigilant. If you suspect your account has been misused or notice any suspicious online financial activity, you are encouraged to report it immediately.

Earlier on April 6, in a related operation, Cyber Police Kashmir uncovered a massive cyber fraud ring involving over 7,200 mule accounts created since January 2025. These accounts were primarily used to launder crores of rupees through fake investment websites and betting scams. The mule accounts, rented via popular social media platforms like Telegram and Facebook, were controlled from abroad and remained active for brief periods. These accounts were used to funnel illicit funds, often through cryptocurrency transactions and layering methods, Cyber Police Kashmir said. 

As part of this significant operation, 21 individuals have been detained, with further investigations underway. Authorities have issued a stern warning against the renting or selling of bank accounts for fraudulent activities, emphasizing that such actions are illegal and punishable by law.

“Selling or renting your bank account for fraud is a criminal offense. We urge the public to avoid engaging in such activities,” stated a Cyber Police spokesperson.

If you suspect you’ve been targeted or notice suspicious activity on your accounts, report it immediately through the helpline number 1930 or visit cybercrime.gov.in.