The Karnataka Lokayukta police have trapped an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) at the Malavalli Rural Police station while he was accepting a bribe. The accused officer has been identified as Shivakumar.
Operation Details
According to sources, the Lokayukta sleuths acted on a complaint and laid a trap to catch the ASI red-handed. The operation was conducted successfully, and the officer was apprehended at the scene.
Legal Proceedings
The accused ASI has been taken into custody, and further investigations are underway. The Lokayukta is expected to file a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by the Lokayukta to curb corruption within the police force in Karnataka. The department has urged citizens to report any instances of bribery or misconduct.
More details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
