SIT to seek passport impounding in Veeramani sexual abuse case

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the sexual abuse allegations against industrialist R Veeramani is set to seek the impounding of his aide's passport as part of its investigation. The move comes after Veeramani's arrest in the case, which was initiated following a local court's decision to reject a police closure report submitted by investigators. The court's rejection of the closure report prompted authorities to proceed with formal arrest proceedings against the industrialist. The decision to impound the aide's passport is aimed at preventing potential flight risk and ensuring the aide's continued availability for questioning as the investigation progresses. The SIT's next steps will likely include securing the necessary legal approvals for the passport impounding and conducting further interrogations to establish the facts in the case. The development marks a significant escalation in the investigation, signalling the SIT's intention to pursue the matter with renewed vigour.