'A Big U-Turn For My Life': Former India Cricketer Jacob Martin Acquitted After 22-Year Legal Battle In Fake UK Immigration Stamp Case | Video

Vadodara: Former Indian cricketer and Vadodara resident Jacob Martin has been acquitted of all charges by the Patiala House Court in a 22-year-old criminal case which stemmed from a 2004 FIR involving charges under Sections 420, 468, 471, and 120B of the IPC, as well as Section 12 of the Passport Act.

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Allegations against Jacob regarding a forged UK immigration stamp, travel arrangements, and financial transactions could not be proven.

The court observed that there was no credible evidence regarding financial transactions or his ownership or control of the Ajwa Sports Club. Several witnesses also failed to substantiate the allegations.

Consequently, Jacob Martin was acquitted and subsequently presented his side to the media.

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Speaking to the media, Martin said the case arose after a member of his 2004 team overstayed his UK visa and returned to India after obtaining a fake immigration stamp. He said his name was later added during the investigation despite not being mentioned in the original FIR, which he attributed to his profile as an international cricketer.

Martin said the 22-year-old case caused him significant stress, including the loss of his railway job, and added that his acquittal has brought a major sense of relief and marked a turning point in his life.