Bribery Scandal Unfolds: Police Officers Suspended over Viral Audio Clip
Three police personnel were suspended after an audio clip exposing a bribery demand surfaced online. The clip details a woman agreeing to pay a Rs 1.85 lakh bribe for the removal of an accused's name from an NDPS case. An investigation into the matter has been ordered.
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In a significant development, three police officers, including a Station House Officer (SHO), have been suspended after a controversial audio clip surfaced on social media. The clip allegedly features a conversation about a Rs 1.85 lakh bribe.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sanjay Kumar has confirmed the suspension of Titavi SHO Pawan Chaudhary, Head Constable Anees, and Constable Naveen Kumar. The officers face charges of corruption and negligence.
An investigation has been launched into the incident with the Superintendent of Police (Rural) tasked with the inquiry. Pramod Kumar has taken charge as the new SHO of the Titavi police station.
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