A Money Mule is someone who unknowingly or knowingly transfers illegally obtained funds on behalf of criminals,often to launder money from illegal activities.Participating in such activities, may lead to legal consequences.

It is important to stay vigilant and report any suspicious requests timely.

Step 1: Scammers reach out to individuals through emails, job websites, or blogs, with the promise of attractive commissions in exchange for receiving money into their bank accounts.

Step 2: Illegally acquired funds are transferred by the scammers into the individual’s account.

Step 3: The individual is directed to transfer this money to other accounts, unknowingly facilitating the flow of funds to the fraudsters/scammers.

Step 4: When such fraudulent activities are reported, the individual becomes the subject of police investigations.

• Acting as a money mule is illegal and punishable.
• It can lead to prosecution as part of a criminal money laundering conspiracy and Law Enforcement Agencies can freeze bank accounts which may create a financial burden.
• Serving as a money mule can also lead to damage of credit and financial standing.
• In certain cases, one can be held liable for repaying money lost by victims.

• Ignore unsolicited emails promising easy money or high salary for little effort or offering a job that involves money or goods transfer without appropriate qualifications. 
  
• Be wary if there is no public information available for the "Company ".
• Be cautious of "employers" using web-based email services or requests using your personal bank account for money transfers.
• Never agree to receive funds and then transfer them through wire transfers, card swipes, or money service businesses.
• Don't fall prey to tempting offers or consent to receive unauthorized money.