Lalitpur Police Warn Against Spreading Misinformation Amid Investigation into Tulsi Adhikari

Lalitpur District Police Range has expressed serious concern over the spread of misleading information on social media regarding the ongoing investigation into Tulsi Adhikari, the operator of Tulsa Collection. The police clarified that Adhikari is being investigated for serious offenses including fraud, criminal intimidation (extortion), and money laundering, and warned against publishing any material that could influence the investigation. 

Spokesperson and Information Officer, Police Superintendent Gautam Mishra, issued a statement urging all stakeholders not to make misleading claims about the legal process being followed. According to the police, the investigation into fraud and criminal intimidation began based on a complaint filed by Kumar Chimoriya on 2082 Jestha 22.

The police disclosed that the State of Nepal is the plaintiff in this case, and the investigation is proceeding against Adhikari and others as defendants. During the investigation, based on suggestions and evidence received from the Department of Money Laundering Investigation, Pulchowk, an investigation into money laundering charges was also initiated against her. The Lalitpur Police is giving extra priority and conducting a detailed analysis after finding that a complaint against Adhikari, whose permanent address is in Sunwal Municipality Ward No. 6, Nawalparasi, was registered with the Department of Money Laundering on 2081 Falgun 19.

The police are currently gathering factual basis and evidence regarding Adhikari's involvement in activities prohibited under Section 3, Subsection 1 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The investigation has been intensified following the department's suggestion amid suspicions that she may have converted or transferred illegally acquired assets. 

While the investigation into these three serious cases is ongoing simultaneously, the police range expressed dissatisfaction, alleging that the accused or related individuals are attempting to obstruct police work by posting photos, videos, and misleading information on social media. 

The police cautioned individuals under investigation that their activities on social media could themselves become subjects of further investigation. The police directed them to fulfill their human duty of public accountability and refrain from any actions that could complicate the investigation. 

The police also advised that if anyone wishes to present their side, they should appear before the legally designated bodies instead of raising their voices on social media.