Deputy Police Arrested in Lawyer's Tragic Demise Probe

The Special Investigation Team arrested Deputy Superintendent of Police Kanakalakshmi in connection with the suicide of lawyer Jeeva S, who accused the officer of abusive treatment. The arrest follows allegations of a bribe demand and abusive interrogation, igniting a comprehensive inquiry by the Central Crime Branch.

The Special Investigation Team has made a significant arrest in the suicide case of a 33-year-old woman lawyer. Deputy Superintendent of Police Kanakalakshmi was apprehended on Tuesday, as reported by official sources.

Kanakalakshmi, a senior police officer, faces serious charges following allegations made by lawyer Jeeva S. The lawyer had accused her of abusive behavior, including stripping during interrogation related to the Karnataka Bhovi Development Corporation scam, and demanding a hefty bribe of Rs 25 lakh.

The Banashankari police registered a case against Kanakalakshmi, a member of the Criminal Investigation Department, relying on the suicide note left by Jeeva S on November 22, 2024. An inquiry ordered by Commissioner B Dayananda involves the Central Crime Branch, highlighting the severity of the charges.