New Delhi, May 11: Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez has faced a significant setback in the money laundering case linked to conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has strongly opposed her application to become a government witness.
Meanwhile, the Patiala House Court has granted time for Jacqueline’s lawyer to respond to the ED’s objections. The next hearing is scheduled for May 12.
The ED informed the court that Jacqueline did not cooperate during the investigation and her conduct was deemed unsatisfactory. She has consistently failed to provide complete and accurate disclosures under Section 50 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
The agency stated that despite being aware of Sukesh Chandrashekhar’s criminal background, Jacqueline maintained regular contact with him, which led to her receiving gifts and other items funded by the proceeds of crime.
Sukesh Chandrashekhar faces serious allegations of defrauding individuals of ₹200 crores and money laundering. Jacqueline’s name surfaced in this high-profile case when the investigation agency claimed that Sukesh gifted her several expensive items purchased with the money he obtained through fraud. Based on this, the ED has charged her in the case.
Recently, Jacqueline filed a petition in court expressing her desire to become a government witness and her willingness to cooperate fully with the investigation agencies. However, the ED has questioned the validity of her request, stating that there is currently no solid basis for accepting her application.
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