In a subsequent statement, Dewan said a CT scan had confirmed a displaced fracture of his left nasal bone.
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Air India Express Pilot Joins IGI Assault Probe; Arrest Possible

  • Air India Express pilot Captain Virendra Sejwal joined Delhi Police probe in IGI Airport assault case.
  • Sejwal is accused of assaulting passenger Ankit Dewan on December 19 at Terminal 1; arrest is possible.
  • Dewan alleged assault occurred after he objected to airline staff queue-jumping, resulting in a displaced nasal bone fracture.
  • An FIR registered under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections 115, 126, 351; police are collecting CCTV footage and evidence.
  • Air India Express removed Sejwal from duties pending an internal inquiry, as he was off-duty and travelling on another airline.

Why It Matters: Air India Express pilot faces possible arrest in IGI assault case; police probe ongoing.

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