On September 20th, three traffic police officers were formally suspended following an investigation into allegations of demanding bribes from motorists. The officers were observed engaging with drivers transporting vehicles exceeding their capacity, specifically requesting payment for bypassing traffic regulations. Police authorities confirmed the officers’ conduct violated departmental policies regarding acceptable payment practices. The incident has been deemed a serious breach of trust and professionalism within the department. The officers are now conducting internal disciplinary proceedings and are expected to face further consequences.
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