Minister assured absconding accused's family, says CCB in court filing

The Crime and Criminal Branch (CCB) of Chennai City Police informed the Madras High Court that Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, a state minister, gave reassurance to family members of an absconding accused under investigation. The disclosure emerged during proceedings related to the case before the high court.

According to the CCB's submission, investigative materials have surfaced indicating that monies collected ostensibly as 'party fund' were transferred to the minister. The agency detailed these findings in its court filing, adding another dimension to the ongoing probe.

The CCB's revelations come as investigators continue pursuing the absconding accused in what appears to be a case involving misappropriation or diversion of party funds. The involvement of a serving minister in communications with the accused's family has raised questions about the nature and purpose of such contact during an active investigation.

The Madras High Court is now examining the CCB's findings and the circumstances surrounding the minister's interactions with the accused's relatives. The case underscores concerns about potential interference in criminal proceedings and the alleged diversion of party contributions to political figures.