Overview
- The officer was identified as head constable Zabiulla I Gudiyal of the Cyber Crime police station, accused of removing a cash-filled bag from a suspect’s parked vehicle during questioning.
- CCTV review reportedly pointed to Zabiulla, prompting a Central Crime Branch search of his home that recovered the bag and cash, with The Hindu reporting only part of the money was found and some was spent on jewellery.
- Hindustan Times reports the constable admitted to taking the bag during questioning by the DCP (Crime) and told superiors he “forgot” about it, with internal disciplinary action and a suspension expected.
- Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh said an inquiry is under way, and as of the latest reports no case has been registered and the constable has not been arrested.
- The incident occurred on November 30 and was noticed on December 1, adding to recent concerns over police misconduct in Bengaluru.