Actors Nikki Tamboli, Sofia Singh Visit Delhi Tihar Jail To Recreate Meet With Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar

Nikki Tamboli and Sofia Singh are sent to Tihar prison to recreate their encounter with the scammer

New Delhi:

A Delhi police team brought two actresses inside Tihar prison to “re-enact” their alleged meeting with fraudster Sukesh Chandrashekhar as part of an investigation into a Rs 200 extortion case, the police said. the official said Monday.

Police said that since Chandrasherkar was jailed, the prison has become a hub of illegal activities that he carries out with the help of prison officials.

A senior police officer said the Delhi Police team brought actresses Nikki Tamboli and Sofia Singh to the number one central prison in Tihar on Saturday to “re-enact” their encounters with ‘ scammers’ as part of an ongoing investigation.

Chandrashekhar, who is currently in prison, is accused of defrauding various people, including famous individuals such as former Fortis Healthcare promoter, Shivinder Mohan Singh’s wife, Aditi Singh.

EOW has so far questioned Bollywood actors Jacqueline Fernandez and Nora Fatehi along with former TV presenter Pinky Irani and stylist Leepakshi Ellawadi, officials said.

During their time in Tihar, many people including celebrities arrived in luxury cars and got inside the prison by saying they were there to see Chandrashekar, the officer said.

Tamboli appeared in several reality shows while Singh acted in Hindi and Telegu films, officials said.

Police said video recording of the entire meeting was also made.

“Many people have visited Chandrashekhar inside the prison. However, we have only summoned those who are relevant to our investigation. Currently, Chandrashekar is being held in Mandoli prison,” the official said. know.

Police (Crime) Special Commissioner Ravindra Yadav said, “We are thoroughly investigating the case and that is why we have recreated the scenes of the actresses meeting with Chandrashekhar.

“That gave us a clear understanding of how this fraud was done. This will help us in prosecution.” Investigation also revealed that Chandrashekar had a decent office inside the prison with televisions, sofas, carpets and other amenities. It looks like his office, not a prison, another policeman said.

“The security of the prison was compromised. Luxury cars were used to get inside the prison after tourists announced that they were going to see Sukesh. Security checks were not carried out on the prison. people who come to see Chandrashekar. He has so much money that he spends it lavishly on prison officials.” No one stopped him because he bribed prison officials,” he added.

Most of the time, Chandrashekhar presents himself as a Southern business tycoon, a film producer or a TV channel owner and attracts actors by offering them roles in “upcoming films.” his,” police said.

They said the investigation into the case is still ongoing and as of now, no details have been given to any of the actors involved in the case.

“Investigation also revealed that Chandrashekhar was also in contact with other actors with the same mode of operation. The two actors were introduced to the alleged fraudster through Pinki Irani, who was caught by the EOW team. interrogation,” police said.

He added that these illegal activities of Chandrashekhar and his activities were carried out with the participation of senior prison officials.

“We are investigating the role of each of these prison officials who worked for Chandraskehar. Under Maharashtra’s Organized Crime Control Act, six Tihar prison officials have been arrested. other prison officials are under surveillance,” the official said.

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