The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday carried out searches across Kerala in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to an organ donation racket. The searches were conducted at five locations in hospitals and residences in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram and Kottayam districts from early morning, officials said.
Searches in Three Districts
The ED's action covered multiple premises in three districts of Kerala. In Kochi, teams searched a hospital and a residential property. In Thiruvananthapuram, two locations were covered, including a medical facility. In Kottayam, one residential premise was searched. The operation began early morning and continued through the day.
Money Laundering Probe
The searches are part of a probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The case stems from allegations of illegal organ trading, where donors were allegedly exploited and recipients paid large sums. The ED is investigating the financial trail and possible proceeds of crime generated through the racket.
Officials said documents and digital evidence were seized during the searches. Further investigation is underway to identify other individuals and entities involved.
