The Karnataka Lokayukta police have arrested an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) and a constable for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from a woman in Kalaburagi district. The arrests were made following a complaint lodged by the aggrieved woman with the Lokayukta police, who acted swiftly to apprehend the accused officers.
Details of the Incident
According to officials, the two police personnel were caught red-handed while accepting the bribe amount. The woman had approached the Lokayukta police after the duo allegedly demanded money to process a complaint related to a land dispute. The Lokayukta police set a trap and nabbed the accused during the transaction.
Legal Action Initiated
The arrested officers have been identified as the ASI and constable attached to a local police station in Kalaburagi. They have been booked under the Prevention of Corruption Act and are currently in judicial custody. The Lokayukta police have launched a detailed investigation into the matter to ascertain if there were any other instances of bribery involving the same officers.
This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by the Karnataka Lokayukta to crack down on corruption within the police force. The agency has urged citizens to come forward with any complaints of bribery or misconduct, assuring them of strict action against the guilty.
