Investigation into a pornographic racket, which was busted by the property cell of the Crime Branch, has brought the director of a UK-based company under the scanner. According to the police, accused Umesh Kamat arrested in the matter on Monday, have told them that he used to send pornographic videos to Kernin Limited in the UK and would coordinate with Pradeep Bakshi, who is believed to be a director of the firm.

The Crime Branch has so far arrested eight people in the case, including actor-model Gehana Vasisth for shooting the videos and forcing aspiring actresses to be part of the racket. Crime Branch officers said that Kamat’s interrogation revealed that Kernin Limited is involved mainly in video production activities, television programming and broadcasting activities. “We are verifying the details based on the evidence we have collected so far. Bakshi’s role is also being investigated,” an officer said.