The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Delhi Police has arrested an associate of Sukesh Chandrasekhar in connection with an extortion racket. The accused, who had been absconding since 2021, was detained in Dubai following a red corner notice and subsequently deported to India.
Background of the Case
In 2021, Sukesh Chandrasekhar, along with his wife and 22 others, was arrested for allegedly running an extortion racket from Rohini Jail. A case was registered under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).
Role of the Accused
Deputy Commissioner of Police (EOW) Amit Verma stated that investigations revealed Navas Kakkat Ismail was a key conduit and hawala operator. He assisted in parking, layering, and transferring the proceeds of crime on behalf of Sukesh within India and abroad, particularly in Dubai. Ismail had been absconding since the registration of the First Information Report (FIR).
Arrest and Deportation
Following the issuance of a red corner notice, information was received from Abu Dhabi authorities that Ismail had been detained. The matter was pursued with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in Abu Dhabi through the Central Bureau of Investigation's Interpol division. Consequently, he was deported to Delhi on May 4 and has been sent to 10 days of police custody.
Personal Background
Ismail initially worked in the interior production business in Kochi, Kerala. He came into contact with Sukesh through his wife, Leena Paulos, and subsequently joined his network.
