Inspector, head constable get jail term for bribery in Salem

A police inspector and a head constable in Salem were sentenced to three years in prison for accepting a bribe. The duo was caught red-handed by the DVAC in 2018 after demanding money to release a seized vehicle.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat corruption within law enforcement agencies in India.
An inspector and a head constable was awarded three years' imprisonment for bribery here on Tuesday evening (June 30, 2026).
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