Head Constable and Enforcement Officer Held for Allegedly Demanding and Accepting Bribe; Further Investigation Underway
Lucknow, October 23: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two officials associated with the Enforcement Directorate (ED), Lucknow Zonal Office, in connection with an alleged bribery case involving ₹5 lakh.
According to a CBI press release dated October 23, 2026, the arrested officials include a Head Constable and an Enforcement Officer posted at the ED’s Lucknow Zonal Office.
The CBI registered the case on October 23, 2026, following a complaint alleging that the accused Head Constable had demanded a bribe from the complainant in exchange for helping his father in an ED-related case. The complaint further alleged that the father had received two summonses from the ED in August and September 2026.
CBI Lays Trap, Catches Accused
The agency stated that it laid a trap on October 23 and caught the accused Head Constable while he was allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹5 lakh on behalf of the Enforcement Officer.
The alleged payment was sought in return for extending favour to the complainant’s father in the ED case, the press release stated. Both accused persons were arrested, and further investigation is underway.
CBI Urges Public to Report Bribery
The CBI reiterated its commitment to taking action against corrupt public servants and urged citizens to report instances of corruption, bribery or demands for illegal gratification by public officials.
According to the press release, complaints can be submitted at the CBI office or through its official helpline and other designated channels.
Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.(KNC)
