Bahraich: Two Dismissed Cops Arrested For Allegedly Extorting Ganja Smugglers
In Bahraich, two dismissed police personnel have been arrested over allegations that they posed as police officers to extort money from ganja smugglers.
In Bahraich, two dismissed police personnel have been arrested over allegations that they posed as police officers to extort money from ganja smugglers. The entire matter relates to the Hardi police station area of Bahraich.
According to the allegations, the accused picked up ganja smugglers while posing as fake policemen and demanded money from them. Both accused had already been dismissed from service before they were caught.
Samar Bahadur Singh was dismissed in 2018, while Prakash Dwivedi was dismissed in 2007. Prakash Dwivedi is a history-sheeter from Siddharthnagar.
Police caught both dismissed personnel in connection with the alleged extortion. Two ganja smugglers were also taken into police custody. A total of 7.5 kilograms of ganja was recovered from the accused.
The allegation of extortion while posing as fake police officers is under investigation.
Frequently asked questions
Why were the two dismissed police personnel arrested?
They were arrested for allegedly posing as police officers and extorting money from ganja smugglers in Bahraich.
Where did the alleged incident take place?
The matter relates to the Hardi police station area of Bahraich.
When were the two accused dismissed from service?
Samar Bahadur Singh was dismissed in 2018, while Prakash Dwivedi was dismissed in 2007.
What was recovered during the arrests?
Police recovered 7.5 kilograms of ganja, and two ganja smugglers were also taken into custody.
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