Belgian Police Arrest Mehul Choksi| India to Seek Extradition
In a significant development in the ongoing $2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case, Belgian police have apprehended diamond merchant Mehul Choksi, who is one of the prime accused.
The Economic Times reported that the arrest took place on Saturday following a request from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) of India.
Choksi, who holds citizenship in Antigua and Barbuda, was located in Belgium after being spotted by authorities.
The CBI had previously sought his immediate detention, prompting Indian investigating agencies to send a formal communique to Belgian authorities. This follows an earlier report by the Economic Times on September 21 of last year regarding Choksi’s presence in Belgium.
Choksi remains in custody as Belgian authorities have sought a formal extradition request from India. The arrest is based on two outstanding warrants issued against him by a Mumbai court, one dated May 23, 2018, and the other June 15, 2021.
Reports indicate that Choksi traveled to Belgium for medical treatment, as he is reportedly suffering from cancer, heart diseases, and other serious health conditions.
The case against him continues to unfold, with both legal and international ramifications as authorities work to bring him back to face charges in India.
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