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Police constable arrested for accepting ₹20,000 bribe in operation
Anti-corruption authorities have arrested a police constable for allegedly accepting a bribe, while a second officer remains at large following the enforcement action. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about graft within law enforcement agencies.
LSN India ·
A police constable has been arrested after being caught red-handed accepting a ₹20,000 bribe, according to law enforcement officials. The apprehension was made during an anti-corruption operation targeting illegal gratification within the police force. The arrested officer is now in custody pending further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the bribery allegation. A second constable, who was reportedly involved in the incident, escaped during the enforcement action and remains absconding. Authorities have launched a manhunt for the fleeing officer. The arrests represent part of ongoing efforts by anti-corruption wings to combat misconduct and maintain institutional integrity within police departments across the region.