New Delhi, Dec. 30 -- The Air India Express pilot, accused of assaulting passenger Ankit Dewan at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, was arrested and subsequently released on bail as he was held under a bailable offence, Delhi Police said on Tuesday.

During the probe, after registering the case, the police collected relevant CCTV footage and recorded the statements. The accused was also called for questioning.

The pilot, Captain Virender Sejwal, joined the investigation and was questioned on Monday, Delhi Police said in a statement.

"Captain Virender Sejwal has joined the investigation. If the IO (Investigating Officer) is not satisfied with his reply, he can be arrested in the assault case. Investigation is being carried o...