Hyderabad Airport Bribery Case: ACB Traps Two Cops for ₹2 Lakh Bribe, ₹33.97 Lakh Cash Seized

In a major Hyderabad airport bribery case, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) trapped two police officers for allegedly demanding a bribe of ₹5 lakh and accepting ₹2 lakh as part payment at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Police Outpost.

The accused have been identified as Sub-Inspector U.K. Siddeshwar and Inspector Sampathi Kanakaiah, who were caught red-handed by the ACB Ranga Reddy unit.

How the Hyderabad Airport Bribery Case Unfolded

According to officials:

• The officers allegedly demanded ₹5 lakh bribe from a complainant
• They accepted ₹2 lakh as advance payment
• The money was reportedly sought to file a charge sheet and avoid arrest of family members
• The incident took place under the jurisdiction of the airport police outpost

ACB Trap and Arrest

The Hyderabad ACB trap operation led to:

• Both officers being caught while accepting the bribe
• Immediate arrest of the accused officials
• Seizure of bribe amount as evidence

Cash Seizure from Inspector’s Residence

During follow-up searches:

• A total of ₹33.97 lakh in cash was recovered
• Property documents were also seized
• Authorities are examining assets and financial records

Legal Action and Investigation

Authorities confirmed that:

• The accused will be produced before the Special ACB Court in Nampally
• The case is under active investigation
• The complainant’s identity has been kept confidential for safety

Serious Allegations of Misuse of Power

Officials stated that the accused:

• Misused their official position
• Acted dishonestly for personal financial gain
• Attempted to influence legal proceedings

The Hyderabad airport bribery case, where two police officers were trapped accepting ₹2 lakh and ₹33.97 lakh cash was seized, highlights the ACB’s strict stance against corruption. Authorities have assured that the investigation will continue and strict action will be taken against those involved.

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