Kerala police to brief ED on immigration firm fraud case

Police at Palarivattom in Kochi have initiated proceedings to forward their investigative findings to the Enforcement Directorate regarding an immigration consultancy firm accused of defrauding clients. The decision follows the discovery that accused individuals allegedly received payments in overseas bank accounts for immigration services that were either not delivered or misrepresented to Indian clients.

The case centers on the alleged modus operandi of the consultancy, which promised visa processing and overseas employment opportunities to applicants but failed to fulfill commitments. Investigators determined that funds were routed to foreign bank accounts, suggesting the involvement of international financial networks in the alleged scheme.

By escalating the matter to the ED, state police aim to ensure comprehensive investigation into the cross-border financial aspects of the fraud. The move is intended to trace the movement of illicit funds and identify all parties involved in the immigration consultancy operation.

The case highlights the growing concern over unauthorized immigration consultancy firms operating across major Indian cities, exploiting vulnerable job seekers and aspiring emigrants. Authorities continue to investigate the extent of the fraud and the total number of affected clients.