Anti-Corruption Bureau Nabs Police Constable in Jammu

The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has made a significant arrest, taking down a police constable who was allegedly involved in a bribery case. The constable, Selection Grade Constable (Sgct) Arif Iqbal, was accused of demanding Rs 10,000 as a bribe from a complainant, who was being investigated for a case lodged in Police Station Qila Darhal District Rajouri. The ACB received a complaint and after discreet verification, a case was registered, and a trap team was constituted to apprehend the constable. The accused was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting the bribe amount.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested a police constable, Selection Grade Constable (Sgct) Arif Iqbal, in a bribery case.
  • The constable demanded Rs 10,000 as a bribe from a complainant who was being investigated for a case lodged in Police Station Qila Darhal District Rajouri.
  • The ACB received a complaint and after discreet verification, a case was registered, and a trap team was constituted to apprehend the constable.
  • The accused was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting the bribe amount of Rs 10,000.
  • The ACB followed due process of law and arrested the constable on the spot.
  • This incident highlights the efforts of the ACB in tackling corruption within the police force in Jammu and Kashmir.
  • The ACB has demonstrated its commitment to upholding the law and bringing offenders to justice.

Statistics:

  • The amount of bribe demanded by the constable was Rs 10,000.
  • The ACB successfully constituted a trap team and apprehended the constable red-handed.
  • The accused was lodged in police custody following his arrest.
  • The bribery case was registered with the Police Station ACB Rajouri.
  • The investigation was initiated by the ACB after receiving a complaint from the public.

Sources:

  • United News of India, "ACB Nabs Police Constable in Jammu" (Aug 25)