Hyderabad Cop Allegedly Took Bribe to Free Fraud Suspect, Suspended
In a scandal shaking public trust, a Hyderabad police constable was suspended for reportedly taking a bribe to help a fraud suspect escape custody. The officer, Constable Srinivas (posted at Banjara Hills Police Station), faces disciplinary action after an internal probe exposed the misconduct.
How the Bribery Scheme Worked
The suspect, Rajesh Kumar (name changed), was arrested in a multi-crore financial scam but allegedly paid ₹5 lakh to Constable Srinivas to avoid court proceedings. Instead of presenting Kumar before a magistrate, Srinivas falsified records, claiming the suspect was “released on bail.”
How the Scam Was Exposed
- Senior officers noticed discrepancies in custody logs when Kumar missed his court hearing.
- CCTV footage showed Kumar leaving the station without an escort.
- Srinivas was seen meeting an unidentified person before the suspect vanished.
Police Response & Public Backlash
Hyderabad Police Commissioner K. Sreenivasa Reddy suspended Srinivas immediately and ordered a departmental inquiry. Criminal charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act may follow.
Public outrage erupted, with locals and activists demanding stronger accountability in law enforcement. “If a fraudster can buy freedom, who can we trust?” asked a local activist.
Systemic Reforms Needed
Legal experts suggest:
✔ Digitizing custody records to prevent tampering.
✔ Fast-track courts for financial crimes to reduce bribery risks.
Next Steps
- Manhunt underway for absconding fraudster Rajesh Kumar.
- Srinivas faces suspension, inquiry, and possible criminal case.
Stay updated as this story develops.
