Two policewomen arrested for accepting ₹20,000 bribe in Thirumullaivoyal

Two police officers in Thirumullaivoyal were arrested by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption for demanding and accepting a bribe from a spa owner. The officers were caught red-handed after the spa owner reported the extortion attempt to authorities.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat corruption within local law enforcement agencies in India.
Two police officers attached to the Thirumullaivoyal police station were arrested on Wednesday (July 1, 2026) by officers of the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) for allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹20,000 from a spa owner.
The report is a straightforward account of a criminal arrest based on official police and anti-corruption agency statements.
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