A Delhi court has extended the judicial custody of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Amanatullah Khan until October 7, concerning his involvement in a money laundering case. Special Judge Rakesh Syal issued the order as Khan’s previous custody period expired, necessitating a court appearance for further proceedings.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had arrested Khan on September 2, after a detailed search of his residence in the Okhla area of Delhi. During the proceedings, the ED emphasized the risk of Khan potentially influencing witnesses or obstructing the investigation if released. This concern contributed to the decision to extend his custody.
The charges against Khan fall under the stringent Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The ED’s suspicions were aroused following Khan’s responses during the search of his home, which they deemed “evasive.” This led to his immediate arrest, underscoring the seriousness of the allegations against him.
The inquiry into Khan’s activities is linked to two separate First Information Reports (FIRs). The first FIR was filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and pertains to alleged “irregularities” connected to the Wakf Board. The second is by the Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch, involving accusations of Khan possessing disproportionate assets relative to his known sources of income.
