Latest: CBI says UAE arrested Mooppam at NCB-New Delhi's request and handed him to Delhi Police on 4 November
The CBI, with Delhi Police, the MEA and the MHA, brought back Sajeer Palli Mooppam from the UAE on 4 November, according to the CBI and Delhi Police. UAE authorities arrested him at the request of NCB-New Delhi after an Interpol Red Notice, and a Delhi Police team escorted him to Delhi.
He is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting a 20-year-old woman in a hotel in Delhi; these are allegations by investigators and a complainant, and a chargesheet has been filed. Summary updated 5 Nov, 18:59 IST
Why it matters: The case shows how Indian agencies use Interpol notices and diplomatic channels to bring back people wanted in serious crimes who have left the country.
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Summary before this update: The CBI, with Delhi Police and the MEA and MHA, brought back Sajeer Palli Mooppam from the UAE on 4 November, according to the CBI and Delhi Police. He is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting a 20-year-old woman in Delhi; the allegations are those of investigators and a complainant.
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