 Early Times Report
JAMMU, Dec 10: Canara Bank issues strong advisory against fraudulent job offers and illegal fund transfers; Local branches holds awareness session with cyber police. Jammu, December 10: Canara Bank has launched a nationwide 'Secure You' Campaign aimed at enhancing account security and combating the growing menace of money mule accounts-bank accounts misused by fraudsters to launder illegal funds through unsuspecting individuals. According to the bank, money muling involves a person receiving money from a third party and transferring it further in exchange for a commission. Authorities warn that even unknowingly participating in such schemes is a criminal offence, often linked to cyber fraud, drug trafficking and organised crime networks. The campaign highlights several warning signs, including unsolicited offers of easy money, overseas job advertisements, poorly worded emails with grammatical errors, and job postings that demand access to a candidate's bank account without verifying qualifications or experience. Fraudsters are reportedly using social media platforms, messaging apps, fake websites, email outreach and online job postings to recruit money mules. Primary targets include students, unemployed youth, new account holders and financially stressed individuals who are lured with the promise of quick earnings. During an awareness programme held at the Canara Bank Local Jammu branches like Narwal, Janipur and Miran Sahib, Branch Managers and police personnel delivered a detailed lecture to customers, explaining the operational tactics of money mule networks and the serious legal consequences of such activities. The event witnessed active participation from the general public, with the Cyber Police Team providing technical awareness on reporting mechanisms, digital fraud trends, and the importance of early complaint registration. Officers urged citizens to stay vigilant and report suspicious financial activity. The bank has issued several prevention tips, advising customers to never share bank account credentials, reject suspicious money-making offers, verify job openings through official channels, and stay alert to unknown online solicitations. People who believe they may have been trapped in a mule scheme are urged to immediately stop all transactions and report the matter to their nearest Canara Bank branch or contact the National Cyber Crime Helpline: 1930. The campaign is part of Canara Bank's ongoing efforts to promote secure digital banking and protect customers from cyber-enabled financial crimes. The bank has also appealed to the public to support the initiative by spreading awareness and refusing to participate in illegal online activities, intentionally or otherwise. |
