The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched its probe and approached the Antigua embassy in India soon after reports that fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi had gone missing in Antigua surfaced. "The Central Bureau of Investigation is contacting the Embassy of Antigua in India to seek confirmation about the news of Mehul Choksimissing and more details through diplomatic channels," agency sources told ANI.

CBI sources said it is a matter of concern that Mehul Choksi has gone missing. "CBI has taken note of the reports of diamantaire Mehul Choksi gone missing. Agency is verifying the facts," sources said. The CBI is waiting for confirmation from diplomatic channels, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) about Mehul Choksi going missing and after that agency is all set to activate its International desk. "If the report is found to be correct, the CBI will try to trace the location of Mehul Choksi through Interpol," sources said. In an exclusive statement to ANI, Choksi's lawyer said, "Mehul Choksi is missing. His family members are worried and anxious and had called me to discuss. Antigua police are investigating. Family is in the dark and worried about his safety."