Bribes and Fabricated Evidence Led to the False Imprisonment of Dr. Lal Bhatia, Court Filings Show
Court documents have brought to light a stunning case of corruption within the U.S. Department of Justice, where high-ranking officials accepted bribes to falsely charge, convict, and incarcerate Dr. Lal Bhatia; [Reference Court Cases: CR-04-40071-CW, CR-05-00334-SBA, CV-09-05581-SBA and CV-10-00072-SBA]. These revelations expose how deeply entrenched corruption can undermine the very foundation of the justice system.
The case against Dr. Bhatia was the result of a complex conspiracy to protect influential individuals from being implicated in large-scale criminal activity. Court filings reveal that, in an effort to shield powerful figures, officials within the Department of Justice orchestrated a campaign of lies and falsified evidence to ensure Dr. Bhatia’s wrongful imprisonment.
Dr. Bhatia’s critically acclaimed book, Indicting Goliath, provides an in-depth account of the events that led to his conviction. Using court documents, Dr. Bhatia meticulously traces the steps taken by individuals like prosecutor Stephen G. Corrigan and FBI Special Agent Janet Berry, who were instrumental in framing him. Their actions were aimed at protecting Mon Wig, a businessman involved in a sprawling money-laundering operation.
Mon Wig’s criminal activities were extensive, involving large sums of money transferred through major banks, including Barclays and Credit Suisse. Court documents show that the U.S. Department of Justice officials worked to hide Wig’s crimes by fabricating charges against Dr. Bhatia, accusing him of activities he had no part in.
Court's Verdict
On December 28, 2010, in U.S. v. Dr. Lal Bhatia (U.S. District Court, Northern California, Court Case No.: CR-04-40071-CW), court filings revealed how officials manipulated the case to convict Dr. Bhatia on fabricated charges. Despite clear evidence of wrongdoing, the Department of Justice continued to support the false narrative against him.
These court documents expose the full extent of the conspiracy, including how corrupt officials conspired to protect Mon Wig’s illegal cash transfers and laundering operations. Wig’s funds were not only deposited in safe-deposit boxes at BCCI in London, but were also funneled through other major financial institutions, including ABN Amro Bank.
The level of protection provided to Mon Wig raises serious questions about the integrity of the U.S. justice system. How were these officials allowed to manipulate the legal process for so long? Why has the Department of Justice continued to protect these individuals despite overwhelming evidence of their involvement in criminal activities?
Dr. Lal Bhatia’s story is one of resilience and determination in the face of gross injustice. His wrongful conviction is a chilling reminder of the dangers posed by unchecked corruption within the justice system.
As more details of this case come to light, the call for accountability grows louder. Those responsible for these crimes must face justice, and the legal system must be reformed to prevent such egregious abuses of power in the future.
