The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday questioned Dhanya Mohan, accused of siphoning off about ₹20 crore from the digital arm of a private finance firm based at Valapad near Triprayar.

The Central agency is investigating the money laundering aspect of the case initially registered by the Valappad police.

Dhanya, with a service of about 18 years, was assistant general manager (AGM) tech lead of the IT product and service company when the alleged fraud was reported.

She allegedly siphoned off ₹20 crore from the company to five accounts, including that of her brother and father. The fraud was detected when she allegedly transferred ₹80 lakh from the digital account of the firm to her own account in April 2024.

Based on a complaint lodged by the company, the Valappad police registered a case. However, Dhanya managed to escape before the investigation team reached her rental house at Valappad. Later, she surrendered before the Kollam police.

The police suspected that she used the stolen money to lead a luxurious life and to purchase properties in the name of her relatives. It was also reported that she was addicted to online rummy.

Published - July 27, 2026 10:10 pm IST