The gaming app, called ‘E-Nuggets’, was designed to defraud the customers
During the initial period, the users could also withdraw their wallet balance, but after collecting significant funds, the app deleted their profile
The ED is also investigating whether this app had any connections with the illegal loan apps
Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted search operations at six premises of the promoters of a fraudulent gaming app, seizing INR 7 Cr as proceeds of crime.
“ED has been carrying out search operations under the provisions of the PMLA, 2002 (on 10.09.2022) at 06 premises in Kolkata, in respect to an investigation relating to the Mobile Gaming Application. Huge cash (more than INR 7 Crore) has been found at the premises,” the financial crimes agency said on Twitter.