New Delhi [India], November 28 (HBTV): An Enforcement Directorate (ED) team conducting a raid in the Bijwasan area of Delhi was attacked on Thursday. The raid was part of an investigation targeting prominent chartered accountants allegedly linked to a widespread cybercrime network operating across India.

The ED's High-Intensity Unit (HIU) was conducting the operation as part of efforts to trace illicit funds generated through numerous cybercrimes, including phishing scams, QR code fraud, and part-time job scams.

During the raid, five individuals were present at the premises. One reportedly fled the scene amid the commotion. The situation escalated, resulting in injuries to an Additional Director of the ED and other team members. While the injuries were not severe, they required immediate medical attention, the agency stated.

Following the attack, the raided premises were secured, and local law enforcement was notified. The ED confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) is being filed against those involved in the assault.

Detailing the case, the ED revealed that the investigation uncovered a complex money-laundering operation tied to thousands of cybercrime cases reported nationwide. Using inputs from i4C and FIU-IND, officials identified 15,000 mule accounts used to launder crime money. Funds were then remitted to virtual accounts on UAE-based Pyypl Payment Aggregator through debit and credit cards obtained via these accounts. The money was subsequently used to purchase cryptocurrency.

The network, allegedly operated by dubious chartered accountants, was under scrutiny during the raids. 'Today, the ED HIU searched the top CAs involved in this racket. Searches are ongoing,' the agency stated.

(ANI)