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Bihar: Woman police officer in East Champaran suspended for seeking bribe

The action was taken after an audio clip of the SI at the Pipra police station, identified as Abha Kumari, was brought to the notice of the SP.

Updated on: Jul 29, 2025, 13:59:37 IST
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The East Champaran superintendent of police has suspended a sub inspector-ranked woman officer for allegedly seeking bribe in the form of “cash as well as kind” from a person in connection with a case, the police said on Tuesday.

For representational purposes only. (Shutterstock)
For representational purposes only. (Shutterstock)

The action was taken after an audio clip of the SI at the Pipra police station, identified as Abha Kumari, was brought to the notice of the SP.

“The complainant had sent the audio clip on WhatsApp. The matter was investigated and the allegation was found to be true. Departmental action is being initiated by suspending the officer,” the SP told the media on Tuesday.

The sub inspector was demanding clothes and cash in return for a favour and helping a person with bail.

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