The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Delhi Police inspector Subhash Yadav, who was posted in the narcotics department of Dwarka district. The arrest comes weeks after Rs 48.9 lakh was recovered during raids at the office. Inspector Yadav had been absconding since the CBI conducted a raid at the Dwarka anti-narcotics cell last month, during which head constable Ajay was arrested while accepting a bribe.
During the searches, investigators discovered a substantial amount of cash, including Rs 48.9 lakh in Yadav’s room within the office. Yadav was taken into custody after remaining on the run for several days and was produced before a court on Tuesday. Officials indicated that the investigation is now concentrating on his alleged involvement in the bribery network and the source of the cash. Sources added that investigators are also scrutinizing his assets.
Background of the Case
The case originated from a complaint filed by a resident of Uttam Nagar, who alleged that individuals claiming to be from the narcotics department raided her house on April 20. In her complaint to the CBI, she stated that the officials forcibly entered her home, conducted a search, and threatened to implicate her in a cannabis possession case.
The complainant further alleged that one of the officials, identified as Ajay, brought a bag from their vehicle and placed it inside her house, asserting that a case of ganja possession would be registered against her. According to the complaint, Ajay initially demanded Rs 25 lakh. After she protested, he made a phone call to a person named “Subhash,” following which the demand was allegedly reduced to Rs 15 lakh. She claimed Ajay later instructed her to pay Rs 5 lakh near the narcotics cell office in Dwarka Sector 16 and arrange for the remaining amount within a few days.
Arrest and Investigation
Acting on the complaint, the CBI registered a case on April 22 against head constable Ajay and other unidentified persons. A trap was laid the same day, and Ajay was allegedly caught red-handed while accepting Rs 2 lakh as part payment of the bribe. Subsequent searches at the cell’s office led to the recovery of additional cash. Investigators are now probing whether the seized money is linked to a larger extortion network operating through threats of narcotics cases.
The CBI is also examining the role of other officials and the extent of the bribery network. The arrest of Inspector Yadav marks a significant step in the ongoing investigation.
