സബ് ഇന്സ്പെക്ടര് കൂലി സ്വീകരിച്ചതിന് ശേഷം ജലത്തില്‍ ചാടി രക്ഷപ്പെടാന്‍ ശ്രമിച്ചു, വിജിലന്‍സ് പിടിച്ചു

A police sub‑inspector in Odisha accepted a bribe of Rs 10,000 and, when a vigilance team arrived, leapt into a pond to flee. The officials pursued him, entered the water and captured him.

കൈക്കൂലി വാങ്ങുന്നതിനിടെ വിജിലൻസ് എത്തി; കൂളത്തിലേക്ക് ചാടി പൊളീസുകാരന്‍; പുറകേ നീന്തി പിടിച്ചു

According to the Manorama News report, Sub‑Inspector Sujit Kumar Mahanta of Mahulpali police station was approached by the complainant for a bribe while a case against him was pending. As the vigilance team entered the area, he ran toward a nearby pond and jumped in. The team, undeterred, swam after him and seized him by hand.

Odisha Cop Jumps Into Pond To Evade Arrest After Taking Rs 10,000 Bribe

NDTV and India Today echoed the same sequence of events, describing how the officer tried to escape by diving into the water. The vigilance officials, equipped with swimming gear, followed and successfully restrained him. The incident occurred in Sambalpur district, confirming the location of the police station involved.

Investigation and Legal Proceedings

Following the arrest, the vigilance squad inspected the officer’s office, official quarters and other associated premises, recovering cash amounting to Rs 1.55 lakh. The officer has been booked under the anti‑corruption law, and the case remains under active investigation. Officials indicated that further inquiries will determine the full extent of the misconduct.

Potential Outcomes

While the exact sentencing is not yet decided, the anti‑corruption statutes in India prescribe strict penalties for public servants who accept bribes. The ongoing probe may also uncover additional irregularities linked to the officer’s duties.

Public Reaction

The incident has drawn attention to the challenges of curbing corruption within law‑enforcement agencies. Citizens and watchdog groups have called for stronger oversight and faster judicial processes.

Sources: Manorama News, NDTV, India Today.