
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), with the help of Interpol, has arrested and brought back a man accused in a 25-year-old bank fraud case.
Operation Conducted by CBI Global Operations Centre
The CBI announced on Tuesday that the operation was managed by its Global Operations Centre, working in collaboration with Interpol channels and the National Central Bureau-Washington. The accused, Rajiv Mehta, was wanted by the CBI in a criminal case registered in 1998. The case involves charges of cheating, theft, and criminal conspiracy. Mehta had fled to the US to avoid arrest.
Red Notice Issued by Interpol
A Red Notice was issued by the CBI against Rajiv Mehta through Interpol on June 16, 2000. This notice was circulated to all Interpol member countries to locate and arrest him. Following close monitoring by Interpol, US authorities located Rajiv Mehta.
Details of Bank Fraud
Mehta is accused of creating fake bank accounts in the Central Bank of India’s branch in Delhi’s Greater Kailash-II. He allegedly did this to intercept drafts of various parties in transit and cash them. Mehta was declared a proclaimed offender by the court in 1999.
CBI’s Efforts in Collaboration with Interpol
The CBI, acting as the National Central Bureau for INTERPOL in India, collaborates with all law enforcement agencies in the country to assist via Interpol channels, according to the agency spokesperson.
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Excellent for untired efforts and support by the Investigating Agencies to locate the offender after a considerable period
Really appreciate the excellent work done by CBI with the close and active monitoring and timely help of Interpole and all members countries finally the real culprits who defrauded Central Bank of India. We salute to US Government for real help.