NEW DELHI: Today, 4th March, British national Christian Michel has been granted bail by the Delhi High Court in the Enforcement Directorate (ED) money laundering case related to the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam.
Today, On 25th February, The Enforcement Directorate (ED) opposed the bail plea of Christian Michel in the Delhi High Court, arguing that he posed a flight risk. However, Michel’s lawyer, Advocate Aljo Joseph, countered this claim, stating that his passport had already expired. The case revolves around concerns of potential escape and legal restrictions on his movement.
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The Delhi High Court has directed the CBI and ED to respond to Christian Michel James’ bail pleas in the AgustaWestland cases within three weeks. The court is scheduled to hear the matter on May 16, 2024. The bail applications are related to the infamous AgustaWestland chopper scam, involving the procurement of 12 VVIP helicopters.