Srinagar, April 14 -- These front accounts, often opened or handed over by local residents in exchange for quick commissions, are being exploited by cybercriminal networks-some operating from overseas-to reroute stolen money through phishing scams, fake investment platforms, and illegal betting websites.

"These accounts may appear normal on the surface, but they form a critical part of a digital crime trail," said the Superintendent of Police, Cyber Crime Kashmir, speaking to Kashmir Dot Com. "Anyone who knowingly, or even carelessly, allows their bank account to be used in this way will face strict legal action."

The Cyber Police is employing digital forensics, advanced financial tracing, and national-level collaboration to break down ...