ACB Nabs Corrupt Officers in Malad

The Anti-Corruption Bureau recovered Rs 6.34 lakh from a police station cabin after arresting a senior inspector and a constable for accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe. The suspects, apprehended at Kurar police station, were remanded in custody, with further cash found during subsequent searches.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) took swift action against corruption at a local police station by recovering Rs 6.34 lakh from a hidden location. The recovery followed the capture of senior inspector Sanjeev Tawade and sub-inspector Dnyaneshwar Junne, who were allegedly accepting a bribe.

The operation took place at Kurar police station in Malad. The officers were apprehended while allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 1 lakh from a complainant. The suspects appeared in court, receiving a custody remand until February 23.

Further investigations at the station unveiled additional hidden cash. The ACB promptly seized the newfound money amidst ongoing investigations into the corruption scandal.

(With inputs from agencies.)