The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted search operations in Punjab and Uttar Pradesh today in connection with an investigation into a human trafficking syndicate operating from India and Cambodia. The ED said that the syndicate is suspected to be involved in organized human trafficking, cyber fraud, and the laundering of proceeds of crime generated through these illegal activities.

The Directorate informed that the investigation under Prevention of Money Laundering Act was initiated after recording the Enforcement Case Information Report on the basis of FIR and Charge sheets filed by the Delhi Police. ED added that the search operation covers the residential premises of individuals who acted as Indian recruiters or agents and facilitated the trafficking of victims to Cambodia under the false pretext of providing overseas employment opportunities.