Chennai/Mumbai: Actor Vindoo Dara Singh has told The Mumbai Police yesterday visited the Mr Meiyappan's home in Chennai as part of their investigations into the spot-fixing scandal. But Mr Meiyappan was not home and the police team affixed summons to his door. One of Mr Meiyappan's managers accepted the summons on his behalf.
Mr Meiyappan has been asked appear before investigators of the Mumbai Crime Branch between 11 am and 5 pm today. Mr Meiyappan, however, has sought more time and will appear before the police only on Monday, sources said.
Police sources claim Mr Meiyappan will be confronted with Vindoo to verify his claims.
Police sources say that they have also intercepted several "friendly" phone conversations between the actor and Mr Meiyappan. Immediately after one of these calls, the police sources allege, Vindoo called up a bookie. The police had yesterday emphasized that they have no confirmation as yet that the Chennai Super Kings CEO has any links to alleged betting or spot-fixing in the IPL.
Vindoo had also named some Bollywood personalities, according to sources. Vindoo was arrested on Tuesday. He is accused of having links with bookies allegedly involved in spot-fixing. He has been charged with cheating and forgery and will be in police custody till today.
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