Cops detain 44 money mules linked to online scams involving RM17.2mil


KUALA LUMPUR: Police have arrested 44 money mules who allowed their bank accounts to be used for various online scams linked to RM17.2mil in losses, says Datuk Seri Amar Singh.

The Bukit Aman commercial crime investigation (CCID) director said the suspects, aged between 21 and 57, were detained in a special operation conducted from March 1-5.

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