Guwahati.18.10.2024: Actor Tamannaah Bhatia was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Guwahati regarding a money laundering investigation connected to the ‘HPZ Token’ mobile app. This app allegedly scammed investors by promising high returns from Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining.
Tamannaah Bhatia’s statement was recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). She had been called earlier but postponed the summons due to work. Reports say that she received payment for attending an event for the app’s company, but no serious charges have been made against her.
The ED’s investigation follows a cybercrime FIR filed by Kohima Police. It involves multiple entities, including those controlled by foreign nationals, accused of defrauding investors through the app. Several assets worth Rs 455 crore have been seized as part of the case.
The accused promised large returns, such as Rs 4,000 per day for a Rs 57,000 investment, but failed to deliver after the first payment, asking for more money instead.
