Senior Intelligence Officer Caught in Bribery Sting in Ahmedabad
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) executed a meticulously planned operation on Sunday, resulting in the arrest of a senior intelligence officer in Ahmedabad. The officer was apprehended for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 80,000, a sum demanded in connection with the renewal of police protection for an individual.
Details of the Trap and Arrest
According to ACB officials, the accused was stationed at the State Intelligence Bureau's Sanand centre. The bureau laid a strategic trap near the Sargasan crossroads in Gandhinagar, where the transaction was set to occur. The bribe money was handed over to the officer inside the complainant's vehicle. As soon as the officer accepted the cash, ACB personnel swiftly moved in, catching him red-handed and recovering the full amount of Rs 80,000.
Background of the Case
Sources within the ACB revealed that the complainant, who was receiving police protection, is a victim in a high-profile violence case. The bribe was allegedly demanded to ensure that the police cover remained uninterrupted, highlighting potential abuses of power within law enforcement agencies. Following the arrest, a formal case has been registered against the officer under the stringent provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act.
This incident underscores ongoing efforts by anti-corruption authorities to combat graft and maintain integrity in public service. The ACB's proactive measures in setting up such traps demonstrate a commitment to rooting out corruption at various levels of governance.
