Inspector felicitated by rowdy sheeter at police station in Bengaluru, probe ordered after video goes viral
A video showing a police inspector being honored by a rowdy-sheeter at a Bengaluru police station has prompted an investigation. The Deputy Commissioner of Police has ordered a detailed probe into the incident, which has raised concerns about police misconduct. Officials have noted that the video may be old and circulated with ulterior motives, but the incident has sparked discussions about police integrity.
- ▪The Deputy Commissioner of Police has ordered a probe into the viral video.
- ▪A senior police officer described the incident as 'very unfortunate' and a potential misconduct.
- ▪The video may be old and circulated for ulterior motives, according to sources.
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The North Division Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) has ordered a probe after a video allegedly showing an inspector being felicitated by a rowdy-sheeter at the R.T. Nagar police station in Bengaluru went viral on social media.“I have told the ACP to conduct a detailed probe into the incident and submit a report, based on which necessary action will be taken,” said DCP (North) B.S. Nemagoud.Terming the incident ‘very unfortunate’, a senior police officer said such actions, if proven true, would amount to misconduct and indiscipline.
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