In the famous case of Delhi Excise Policy Scam, the ED opposed the BRS leader Kavitha’s plea for bail. The Enforcement Directorate ( ED ) stated that there is ample evidence to link her to the offence of money laundering. (Photo: ANI)
It was alleged that Kavitha was linked to the excise policy scam and her release would adversely affect further investigation to unearth the “deep-rooted, multi-layered conspiracy”.
The ED contended that the Telangana lawmaker is a “highly influential” individual and stands accused of having committed a grave economic offence. She has the potential to tamper with evidence and influence witnesses.
K Kavitha has conspired with other people and was actively involved in the payment of kickbacks to the tune of Rs 100 crore and then in establishing the money laundering ecosystem, that is, M/s Indo Spirits through her proxy which generated proceeds of crime of Rs 192.8 crore. K Kavitha is involved in various processes and activities relating to proceeds of crime (POC) to the tune of Rs 292.8 crore.
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma observed that huge amounts of proceeds of crime are laundered and investigation to trace the proceeds of crime is ongoing. There exists a reasonable apprehension of crucial evidence being destroyed if she is enlarged on bail. Her release on bail would adversely affect further investigation to unearth the deep-rooted multi-layered conspiracy.
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