ED records former top cop’s statement in laundering case against Deshmukh

The ED examined Singh and his family members for financial details to ascertain if they received any benefit from the “hafta” money allegedly collected by now dismissed API Sachin Waze from bars. It is also investigating Singh’s role in the reinstatement of Waze into the police force, 16 years after his suspension for the custodial death of Ghatkopar blast suspect Khwaja Yunus. ED is checking if there was any financial transaction between Singh and Waze

(With inputs from agencies)