Jacqueline Fernandez’s legal battle in the high profile Sukesh Chandrasekhar money laundering case is approaching its conclusion. The Delhi High Court has set a final hearing for her prayer to remove her name from the case. Jacqueline’s name was mentioned in a charge sheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in 2022 for this very popular and widely covered case. The last decision will be made on September 18 when both parties are expected to submit short submissions.
Delhi High Court sets final hearing date for Jacqueline Fernandez’s plea in Sukesh Chandrasekhar money laundering case: Reports
Background of the case
The case is about alleged money laundering by conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar. Jacqueline Fernandez has been questioned several times by ED regarding this case which involves defrauding of top branded persons including Aditi Singh, Shivinder Mohan Singh’s ex-wife who was Fortis Healthcare promoter then. According to ED, Chandrasekhar bought expensive gifts using illegally obtained funds for Fernandez who allegedly accepted them despite being aware that he was a criminal.
Jacqueline’s defense
Jacqueline has consistently denied any wrong doing during this investigation. Over and over again she has claimed that she had no knowledge of his illegal activities and wants nothing to do with it. Her team argues that she did not know anything about his criminal past thus filing multiple applications to have her name struck off from the charge sheet. This court session will determine whether or not they accept her appeal to quash the charges against her.
ED’s allegations and concerns
Fernandez is under continuous allegations from The Enforcement Directorate as per their stand on the same issue. They claim that actress received expensive presents (gifts) from him thus interfering with evidence as well as trying to cover up aforementioned charges. After Chandra Shekar arrest, Fernandes deleted data from her mobile phone. While instructing colleagues to do similar acts, thereby destroying crucial evidence. For this reason, the ED has said that he actions are indicative of her knowledge and involvement in the matter.
Awaiting the verdict
Since the final hearing is approaching, many people are awaiting to know. What decision will be made by Delhi High Court that would determine whether. Jacqueline Fernandez remains in legal proceedings or not. Moreover, this case could either make or destroy her public image and career as an actress. The verdict will be issued on 18th September. Which is expected to provide clarity for Jacqueline’s position within this ongoing saga.
