The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Kolkata Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Shantanu Sinha Biswas and his two sons for questioning regarding a money-laundering syndicate associated with fugitive gangster Sona Pappu. Following a raid at Sinha Biswas’ residence and his son’s coaching center, the ED officials are investigating the financial connections between the DCP’s family and Joy Kamdar, a city-based promoter linked to Pappu. Kamdar, who was arrested by the ED, is reported to have received a substantial amount of money in his account over the last few months.
Insiders revealed that Sinha Biswas, formerly in charge of Kalighat Police Station, had close ties with Sona Pappu and Joy Kamdar. The ED has gathered evidence suggesting financial transactions between Pappu and Kamdar, leading to the issuance of summons to Biswas and his sons. Kamdar, who was unable to appear in court due to health issues, is under investigation for allegedly receiving a significant sum of money and having influential political connections.
During a recent raid at Kamdar’s residence, the ED seized cash amounting to Rs 1.5 crore and various digital devices. Analysis of these devices revealed transfers of around Rs 40 crore from an education institution trust to fake organizations. The ED is now scrutinizing 25 shell entities to determine the extent of money laundering activities and the individuals behind these entities.
