Customs authorities have seized another luxury vehicle allegedly linked to actor Dulquer Salmaan as part of the ongoing “Operation Numkhor” investigation into suspected customs duty evasion involving imported high-end cars. Officials said the latest seizure was carried out in Kochi as investigators expanded scrutiny into luxury vehicle imports allegedly linked to irregular documentation and tax violations.
Fresh Luxury Car Seized During Ongoing Probe
According to officials, the newly seized luxury car was allegedly connected to the actor through documentation examined during the investigation. Authorities claimed the vehicle was imported under questionable circumstances and is now being investigated for possible customs duty violations and irregular registration procedures.
The seizure is part of “Operation Numkhor,” an ongoing customs investigation targeting alleged misuse of import regulations related to luxury vehicles. Officials are examining whether imported cars were undervalued or registered using methods designed to reduce applicable taxes and duties.
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Investigation Focuses on Import and Registration Irregularities
Investigators are scrutinizing import documents, ownership records, and financial transactions linked to the seized vehicles. Authorities suspect that certain luxury cars may have been brought into the country through procedural loopholes or by allegedly misrepresenting vehicle details during customs clearance.
Officials are also examining whether shell entities, proxy ownership arrangements, or manipulated documentation were used to facilitate the imports. The investigation reportedly involves coordination between customs authorities and transport department officials.
Earlier Seizures Expanded Scope of Operation
The latest action follows earlier seizures conducted under the same operation involving high-end imported vehicles allegedly connected to businessmen and public figures. Authorities stated that multiple luxury cars are currently under examination as part of the broader probe into suspected customs and tax irregularities.
Officials have not publicly disclosed whether notices or charges have been issued against individuals linked to the vehicles. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are expected to continue reviewing financial and import records tied to the case.
Luxury Vehicle Import Cases Under Increasing Scrutiny
Cases involving alleged customs duty evasion through luxury car imports have increasingly drawn attention from enforcement agencies in recent years. Authorities have intensified checks on high-value imported vehicles amid concerns over undervaluation, tax avoidance, and misuse of registration systems.
Investigators are expected to continue examining documentary evidence and ownership trails to determine the full extent of the alleged irregularities linked to Operation Numkhor.
