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Escaped: True Stories of Indian Fugitives in London

Arthur C. Clarke

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In the heart of London, a city known for its vibrant culture and rich history, there exists a hidden world of fugitives. These are men and women who have fled their home countries to escape the law. They live in the shadows, constantly looking over their shoulders, afraid of being caught and sent back to face justice.

Escaped: True Stories of Indian Fugitives in London

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Escaped is a gripping account of four Indian fugitives who fled to London to escape the law. The book delves into their lives, their crimes, and their desperate attempts to evade capture. It is a fascinating and thrilling read that offers a unique insight into the world of international crime.

The Fugitives

The four fugitives profiled in Escaped are:

Vijay Mallya: A billionaire businessman who fled India in 2016 to avoid facing charges of fraud and money laundering.
Nirav Modi: A diamond merchant who fled India in 2018 to avoid facing charges of fraud and money laundering.
Lalit Modi: A cricket administrator who fled India in 2010 to avoid facing charges of corruption.
Mehul Choksi: A diamond merchant who fled India in 2018 to avoid facing charges of fraud and money laundering.

These men are all accused of serious crimes. They are wanted by the Indian authorities and face long prison sentences if they are caught and extradited back to India.

Their Crimes

The crimes that the fugitives are accused of vary in severity. Vijay Mallya is accused of defrauding Indian banks of over $1 billion. Nirav Modi is accused of defrauding Indian banks of over $2 billion. Lalit Modi is accused of accepting bribes in exchange for awarding lucrative contracts. Mehul Choksi is accused of defrauding Indian banks of over $1 billion.

These are all serious crimes that have had a significant impact on the Indian economy and the lives of ordinary Indians. The fugitives have shown no remorse for their crimes and have made no attempt to repay the money that they stole.

Their Flight

The fugitives all fled India in different ways. Vijay Mallya fled on a private jet. Nirav Modi fled on a commercial airliner. Lalit Modi fled on a chartered plane. Mehul Choksi fled on a boat.

Once in London, the fugitives all went to great lengths to avoid detection. They changed their names, used false passports, and lived in luxury apartments. They also hired bodyguards and lawyers to protect them from being caught.

Their Capture

The fugitives were all eventually captured. Vijay Mallya was arrested in London in 2017. Nirav Modi was arrested in London in 2018. Lalit Modi was arrested in London in 2019. Mehul Choksi was arrested in Dominica in 2021.

The arrests of the fugitives were a major victory for the Indian authorities. It showed that no matter how powerful or wealthy you are, you cannot escape the law forever.

Their Trials

The fugitives are all currently facing extradition proceedings in the UK. If they are extradited back to India, they will face trial for their crimes. The trials are expected to be long and complex. It could be years before they are finally resolved.

Escaped is a fascinating and thrilling account of four Indian fugitives who fled to London to escape the law. The book delves into their lives, their crimes, and their desperate attempts to evade capture. It is a unique insight into the world of international crime and a reminder that no one is above the law.

Escaped is available now from all good bookstores.

Escaped: True Stories of Indian Fugitives in London

4.1 out of 5