Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Pune Warns of Rising Mule Account Scam
In Pune, people are being tricked into giving away their unused bank accounts.
Scammers promise money or better credit scores to get these accounts.
Once they have them, they use these accounts to hide stolen money.
The real owners of the accounts can get into big trouble with the police.
The police say it's important not to share bank details with strangers online.
If you see any suspicious offers, report them to the cybercrime helpline.
Unused bank accounts are being targeted by scammers in Pune.
Scammers promise commissions or improved CIBIL scores to lure people.
These accounts are used for cyber fraud and money laundering.
Original account holders often face legal action and inconvenience.
Police advise not to share bank details and to report suspicious offers.
- Who
- Unsuspecting original owners of dormant bank accounts and cybercriminals
- What
- Rising mule account scam
- When
- Recently, with increasing visibility on social media
- Where
- Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune
- Why
- To move or conceal illegally obtained money and avoid detection
- Location
- Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune
- Primary Target
- Unused bank accounts
- Scam Tactics
- Offers of commissions, improving CIBIL scores, and false promises
- Consequences
- Legal action, cyber fraud, money laundering
- Reporting Platform
- www.cybercrime.gov.in or 1930
- Commission Offered
- 3–4%