A special investigation team in Tamil Nadu has arrested Sakthivel, the manager of Gem Granites owner R. Veeramani, on suspicion of moving money to help the businessman avoid police action, The Hindu reported, citing police sources.
Veeramani, who is in his eighties, faces several allegations of sexually abusing children and a separate case of abetment of suicide. Veeramani, his associate Shanti, her husband and five others had already been arrested. On Sunday, Greater Chennai Police registered a seventh case against him under India's child protection law, and statements have now been taken from 11 alleged victims.
Investigators say they have traced gold purchases worth about ₹24 crore. Police are also looking for a former adviser to the company who is thought to be abroad.
Source: The Hindu
