Kozhikode police widen net in probe into narco-mule network
Kozhikode police have expanded their investigation into a sophisticated narcotics network that utilizes personal bank accounts for laundering illegal funds. Investigators are focusing on high-risk accounts leased by individuals to criminals in exchange for commission payments.
Law enforcement agencies in Kozhikode have intensified their crackdown on a narcotics distribution network involving suspicious mule accounts. These personal bank accounts are reportedly leased out by individuals to criminal syndicates, allowing illegal transactions to be processed under the guise of legitimate activity for a commission.
The investigation has revealed that narcotics kingpins are increasingly exploiting youngsters to serve as financial proxies. By using these third-party accounts, the masterminds aim to hide the paper trail of drug sales and bypass traditional banking security protocols that flag high-volume illicit transfers.
Authorities are currently tracing several identified accounts to determine the scale of the financial operations. Officials have warned the public against sharing banking credentials or leasing accounts, noting that account holders may face serious legal charges related to money laundering and drug peddling. Source: Law enforcement agencies / Local Reports.
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