Fugitive Diamantaire Mehul Choksi’s Lawyer Detained By UK Immigration Authorities In London
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Indian criminal defence lawyer Vijay Aggarwal, who has represented fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi in several legal proceedings, was reportedly detained by UK immigration authorities in London over alleged immigration and work-permit violations.
The action reportedly followed an inspection at a property in Mayfair after a complaint from the landlord. British immigration officials are said to have questioned Aggarwal over allegations that he had been carrying out professional work in the UK without the required permissions.
Cash reportedly found during inspection
According to reports, immigration officials inspected the Mayfair property where Aggarwal was present. A substantial amount of cash was also reportedly found at the premises.
The source of the cash has not been established, and the matter was reportedly under investigation. Several junior lawyers associated with Aggarwal’s firm were also said to be at the property when the inspection took place.
The reported immigration action centres on alleged breaches of UK immigration and work-permit requirements.
Aggarwal’s role in Mehul Choksi cases
Aggarwal is known for representing Mehul Choksi, who is wanted in India in connection with the Punjab National Bank fraud case.
He has represented Choksi in proceedings across multiple jurisdictions, including before the Bombay High Court. Aggarwal also represented him after his arrest in Belgium and has challenged attempts to extradite Choksi to India.
In those proceedings, arguments on Choksi’s behalf have included concerns over human rights, prison conditions and his medical requirements.
Lawyer has represented high-profile accused
Apart from his work for Choksi, Aggarwal has handled several high-profile corporate crime and financial fraud matters in India.
His legal work has included cases linked to the $1.8 billion Punjab National Bank fraud and matters related to the 2G spectrum case.
The reported UK immigration action is now being examined in connection with the alleged work-permit violations and other circumstances surrounding the Mayfair inspectio
