On 07-08-2024, Sandeep Singh, Assistant Director at the Enforcement Directorate (ED), was arrested by the CBI in New Delhi. He was found with Rs 20 lakh in cash, which he allegedly extorted from an individual under investigation by ED.
Immediate Actions Taken
Following his arrest, the ED has taken swift action against Singh, initiating criminal proceedings under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). An Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) has been registered, and a search operation was conducted at his residence on 08-08-2024 to gather evidence of his alleged criminal activities.
Joint Search Operations
Both the CBI and ED jointly searched Singh’s office on 08-08-2024 to collect further evidence related to the offense. In addition to the PMLA case, Singh faces immediate suspension and repatriation to his parent department.
Background of the Case
Singh was involved in a money laundering investigation as a “Search Warrant Authorized Officer” but was not the investigating officer. Despite his limited role, he allegedly misrepresented himself and accepted a bribe for favoring the accused, leading to his arrest.
