New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): The Vigilance unit of Delhi Police has arrested head constable for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe, a statement said on Tuesday.

The accused has been identified as Gajendra Singh, posted at Police Station Jaffarpur Kalan in Dwarka District

Also Read | Akshaya Tritiya 2025: Know How To Buy Digital Gold Online Through Google Pay and Other Platforms.

According to officials, Singh, who served as a Beat Officer, demanded a bribe of Rs 25,000 from a local resident in exchange for allowing construction on private land. A trap was laid on April 4 after the complainant approached the Vigilance Unit. Singh accepted the bribe in his car but managed to flee the spot with the cash, even injuring a vigilance officer during his escape.

A case was immediately registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Singh was suspended from duty and remained absconding for weeks. His anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the Rouse Avenue Court.

Also Read | Akshaya Tritiya 2025: Check List of 10 Best Gold ETFs in India and How To Buy Them.

The breakthrough came on April 25, when Singh was apprehended by the Investigating Officer of the Vigilance Unit. He has been taken into police custody for recovery of the tainted money and further investigation.

Delhi Police has urged citizens to report any misuse of authority by its personnel. The department assured that complainants' identities will be protected and strict action will be taken against erring officials. (ANI)

(This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)