Jacqueline Fernandez Summoned by ED for Fresh Questioning in Rs 200-Crore Money Laundering Case
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez for another round of questioning on Wednesday, July 10, in connection with a Rs 200-crore money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, according to official sources.
The 38-year-old Sri Lankan-origin actor has faced the federal agency’s interrogation multiple times. This case revolves around the alleged cheating of high-profile individuals, including Aditi Singh, the wife of former Fortis Healthcare promoter Shivinder Mohan Singh, with the fraudulent amount totaling approximately Rs 200 crore.
Sukesh Chandrashekhar is accused of duping high-profile individuals and using the “proceeds of crime” or illegal money to purchase extravagant gifts for Jacqueline Fernandez. The ED’s 2022 chargesheet claimed that despite knowing about Chandrashekhar’s criminal background, Fernandez “enjoyed valuables, jewelry, and costly gifts” provided by him.
The ED has questioned Fernandez at least five times in this case. During these sessions, she has consistently maintained her innocence, asserting that she did not know about Chandrashekhar’s alleged criminal activities.
The money laundering case against Chandrashekhar involves a series of high-profile frauds. He allegedly conned several individuals, including the wives of former Ranbaxy promoters, Shivinder Singh and Malvinder Singh, amounting to about Rs 200 crore. Chandrashekhar reportedly used the defrauded money to fund a lavish lifestyle and buy expensive gifts for several celebrities, including Fernandez.
Throughout the investigations, Jacqueline Fernandez denied involvement in or knowledge of Chandrashekhar’s illegal activities. She claims that she was unaware of the criminal origins of the gifts she received and has cooperated fully with the ED during their inquiries.
The continued questioning of Fernandez highlights the ED’s efforts to unravel the money trail and establish the extent of Chandrashekhar’s fraudulent activities. The case underscores the broader issue of money laundering in India and the need for stringent enforcement to prevent such high-profile scams.
As Jacqueline Fernandez faces yet another round of questioning by the ED, the developments in this case will be closely watched. Her consistent claims of innocence and the ED’s allegations create a complex narrative that continues to unfold. The investigation’s outcome will be crucial in determining the legal ramifications for all parties involved and in setting a precedent for handling similar cases in the future.
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