Bollywood luminary Jacqueline Fernandez has taken legal recourse against the persistent harassment she alleges from conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar. Moving swiftly, Fernandez petitioned Delhi’s Patiala House Court to direct law enforcement to restrain Chandrashekhar from issuing further letters or statements, citing distress caused by their dissemination across media platforms.
The actor, a crucial witness in a ₹200 crore money-laundering and extortion case involving Chandrashekhar, asserted that the unsolicited letters create an alarming environment, adversely affecting her safety and well-being. The Economic Offence Wing (EOW) of Delhi Police supported Fernandez’s plea, noting Chandrashekhar’s habit of targeting her through media outlets.
EOW’s response highlighted the gravity of the situation, expressing concern over the intimidation and harassment faced by Fernandez, crucial to the ongoing investigation. The court, acknowledging the severity of the issue, scheduled a hearing for January 17, 2023, to deliberate further on the matter.
Fernandez’s legal battles extend beyond this plea. She recently approached the Delhi High Court seeking the dismissal of the FIR and supplementary chargesheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate in the same money laundering case. Fernandez contested the Directorate’s bias, pointing out disparities in treating other personalities allegedly involved in the case differently.
The actor reiterated her innocence, emphasizing her lack of prior interaction with Chandrashekhar before the commission of the crime. Fernandez’s defense challenged the Enforcement Directorate’s case, primarily based on a single alleged news article and refuted allegations of receiving gifts while being aware of Chandrashekhar’s imprisonment.
A prominent figure in Bollywood since 2009, Fernandez stands as an influential figure in the film industry. The Enforcement Directorate’s case stemmed from an FIR by Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing against Chandrashekhar, who allegedly duped Aditi Singh, the wife of former Religare Enterprises promoter Shivinder Mohan Singh.
Chandrashekhar and his spouse, Leena Maria Paul, faced arrest for their roles in the alleged scam, wherein they purportedly posed as government officials to extort money from Singh under the guise of facilitating her husband’s bail.
Fernandez’s legal endeavors underscore her stance against harassment and her commitment to proving her innocence in the face of mounting legal scrutiny.
The case continues to unravel as the actor remains embroiled in legal battles seeking justice and exoneration from allegations tied to the ongoing investigation.
Sources By Agencies
