Kochi, June 18: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has carried out major raids across Kerala in connection with the state’s organ trafficking case. Officers searched locations in Kochi, Kollam, Thiruvananthapuram, and Kasaragod as part of a money laundering investigation.
The ED also searched the residence of Najeeb, who investigators believe played a key role in the alleged organ trafficking network.
Kerala Organ Trafficking Case Under ED Scanner
The ED started the operation after receiving information about large financial transactions linked to illegal organ transplants.
Investigators are checking bank records, financial documents, and digital evidence. They want to find out how money moved through the network.
Officials are also examining the possible role of hospitals, doctors, and middlemen.
Large Money Transfers Under Investigation
Investigators found several large transactions linked to people connected to the case.
Officials suspect that the group targeted poor people and offered them small amounts of money for organ donations. The group then allegedly charged wealthy recipients much higher amounts.
The ED is studying bank statements and financial records to identify everyone involved.
Poor People Allegedly Targeted
Investigators believe the network focused on people facing financial problems.
According to officials, the group bought organs at low prices and sold them for huge profits.
The case has raised serious concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable people.
Fake Documents Used for Approvals
Earlier police investigations found evidence of fake documents.
Officials say the group created forged recommendation letters, fake letterheads, and counterfeit seals. They allegedly used these documents to obtain approvals for organ transplants.
Investigators are also checking claims that forged medical records and signatures were used.
More Questioning Expected
The ED is investigating the financial side of the case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Officials may question more people in the coming days. They are expanding the investigation into hospitals, middlemen, and financial transactions linked to the case.
The latest raids mark a major step in uncovering the full scale of the alleged organ trafficking network in Kerala.