Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 23: In a decisive move to root out corruption, the Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) successfully conducted a trap operation leading to the arrest of M. Krishna, Surveyor, Revenue Department, Sri Vijaya Puram on 21st Jan 2025. The accused was apprehended while demanding and accepting an illegal gratification of Rs. 40,000/- in connection with the demarcation of land at Prothrapur.

Acting on a written complaint received by the ACU, a dedicated trap team was formed under the leadership of Inspector Rahul, SHO, PS ACU and included Inspector A. Usman, Sub-Inspector Shibendra Nath Halder and other personnel. The operation was conducted in the presence of two independent witnesses to ensure transparency.

The team proceeded to Dollygunj, where the accused arrived in a red Maruti Brezza (Regn. No. AN01 R 0335). Upon receiving the pre-arranged signal from the complainant, the ACU team swiftly intercepted the accused. Both the complainant and an independent witness confirmed that the accused had demanded and accepted the bribe. The tainted currency notes were recovered, sealed, and seized in the presence of witnesses, following all necessary legal formalities.

The accused M. Krishna (53 years), S/o Late Buddiah and a resident of Dollygunj was subsequently brought to the ACU Police Station along with the seized evidence. An FIR has been registered under No. 01/05 dated 21/01/25 under Sections 7 and 13 (2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended in 2018). He was later arrested and produced before the Hon’ble Court on 22nd Jan 2025, where he was remanded to judicial custody.

This successful operation underscores the unwavering commitment of the Anti-Corruption Unit to eliminate corruption and ensure accountability within public services. Citizens are encouraged to report any incidents of corruption to the ACU, to Shri Jitendra Kumar Meena, IPS, Sr. Superintendent of Police, Anti-Corruption Unit on his mobile number 9434288536, 240840 (O), Shri Manish Kumar, Dy.SP (AC) Mobile Number 9899712807 and Inspector Rahul, SHO, PS ACU Mobile Number 9474232161, 244698 (O).