The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched raids at 15 premises, including Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra's residence, in Mumbai and UP regarding the ongoing pornography case. The central agency had registered a money laundering case against Kundra in May 2022 based on an FIR filed by the Mumbai police. The ED is investigating the financial transactions related to the case and has already attached properties worth crores in a Bitcoin investment fraud case.
Raj Kundra's Pornography Case: ED Raids 15 Premises, Attaches Properties
Background
Raj Kundra, the husband of renowned Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, has been embroiled in a pornography case since July 2021. He was arrested by the Mumbai Police in connection with the production and distribution of pornographic films through the mobile application Hotshots.
Enforcement Directorate (ED) Raids
On August 9, 2023, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at 15 locations, including Kundra's residence, as part of its investigation into the money laundering aspect of the case. The raids were conducted in Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh, and several electronic devices and documents were seized.
Money Laundering Investigation
The ED had registered a money laundering case against Kundra in May 2022 based on an FIR filed by the Mumbai Police. The agency is investigating the financial transactions related to the pornography case, including the flow of funds through cryptocurrencies and offshore accounts.
Bitcoin Investment Fraud Case
In addition to the pornography case, the ED has also attached properties worth crores of rupees in connection with a Bitcoin investment fraud case involving Kundra. The agency alleges that Kundra and his associates lured investors into a Ponzi scheme, promising high returns on Bitcoin investments.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. What is Raj Kundra accused of in the pornography case? A. He is accused of producing and distributing pornographic films through the mobile application Hotshots.
2. Why did the ED launch raids? A. To investigate the money laundering aspect of the pornography case, including the financial transactions related to the production and distribution of the films.
3. What properties have been attached by the ED? A. Properties worth crores of rupees in connection with a Bitcoin investment fraud case.
4. Has Raj Kundra been arrested in connection with the ED case? A. No, he has not been arrested yet.
5. What are the possible consequences of the money laundering investigation? A. If found guilty, Kundra could face imprisonment and fines under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
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