CBI Nabs ED Assistant Director for Rs 20 Lakh Bribe

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested an assistant director of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for allegedly receiving a Rs 20 lakh bribe from a Mumbai bullion dealer. The bribe was solicited by threatening to arrest the dealer's son in a money laundering case. Subsequent actions include the officer's suspension and investigation by both the CBI and ED.

The CBI has apprehended an assistant director of the ED for allegedly accepting a Rs 20 lakh bribe from a Mumbai-based bullion dealer. The bribe was solicited under the threat of arresting the dealer's son in a money laundering case, officials reported on Thursday.

The officer, arrested on Wednesday, is facing immediate suspension and repatriation to his original department. ED Assistant Director Sandeep Singh, acting as the 'Search Warrant Authorised Officer', searched the residence of Vipul Thakkar, who was suspected of money laundering.

Although Singh was not the official investigating officer, he allegedly misrepresented himself and demanded the bribe. The CBI found the allegations credible and arrested Singh. The ED has also registered a case against Singh, and both agencies are collecting evidence related to the case.

(With inputs from agencies.)