Karimnagar Police Uncover ₹1.40 Crore Salary Scam Involving Deceased Constables
In a significant internal fraud case that has raised serious concerns about financial oversight, the Karimnagar police commissionerate has uncovered a ₹1.40 crore salary scam involving the misuse of government funds over several years. The fraud was discovered during an internal probe led by the task force assistant commissioner of police, which revealed systematic manipulation of the payroll system.
Details of the Fraudulent Scheme
According to officials, a police department employee who previously worked in the pay section allegedly exploited the employee IDs of three deceased constables to siphon off salaries between 2022 and 2026. The accused tampered with the integrated financial management information system portal by inserting different names under the IDs of the deceased personnel, allowing salaries to be drawn without detection.
To execute this elaborate scheme, the accused reportedly opened fake bank accounts in private banks and linked them to personal mobile numbers, enabling seamless transfer and withdrawal of the funds. Investigators found that the misappropriated money was allegedly used for personal expenses, including loans and other financial commitments.
Police Response and Investigation
Following the revelations, Karimnagar police commissioner Ghouse Alam ordered strict action, and a criminal case has been registered at Karimnagar I Town police station. Inspector Ramchander Rao confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with authorities launching a parallel internal inquiry to examine possible involvement of others.
Officials stated that further action will follow based on the findings of the probe, emphasizing the need for enhanced scrutiny of payroll systems to prevent such incidents in the future.
