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Beware if your dormant bank account suddenly receives an unknown fund transfer. This could be a new scheme used by online gambling syndicates to launder money.

They exploit inactive accounts because they are rarely monitored by their owners, aiming to erase transaction trails and take advantage of legal loopholes.

What Should You Do?

1. Do Not Use the Funds: Using the money may implicate you in a money laundering case.
2. Report to the Bank: Immediately contact your bank for investigation and to block the transaction. 3.Report to Authorities: File a report with the police or the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK) to assist in combating the syndicate.
3. Activate or Close the Account: To prevent future misuse, either make periodic transactions to keep it active or close the account if it's no longer needed.

Always stay alert to any activity in your bank accounts, even the ones you rarely use, to protect yourself from financial crimes.