Malayalam actor Dileep's houses raided by customs

Customs and Central Excise officials today conducted a raid at the residences of Malayalam actor Dileep and recovered cash to the tune of Rs 13 lakhs.

The raid was held at three houses of the actor at nearby Aluva following alleged violation of service tax, Customs sources said.

Dileep, who was not at home when the raid was held, is likely to explain to the officials on Monday about the seized cash.