Mumbai: Police Officers Caught Planting Drugs in Man's Pocket, Exposed by CCTV Footage
In a shocking incident reminiscent of a scene from the Bollywood movie Wanted, where a corrupt police officer plants drugs on a suspect, four officers from Mumbai's Khar Police Station were caught on CCTV footage allegedly planting drugs on a man during a search operation in the Kalina area.
The Incident Unfolded
The incident came to light when CCTV footage revealed the officers' misconduct. The footage shows the officers conducting a search on a man named Daniel, who was reportedly working for Shahbaz Khan, the owner of an animal farm in the area. The officers claimed to have found 20 grams of mephedrone in Daniel's possession, leading to his immediate arrest.
In the CCTV footage, one of the officers is seen discreetly placing something into Daniel's pocket during the search. Moments later, the same officer is seen pulling out the planted item, leading to Daniel's arrest on drug possession charges.
Four officers posted at Khar Police Station in #Mumbai put drugs from their pockets into a person's pocket in a clean area and then showed him the seizure. The entire story of this artistry of the policemen was captured in the CCTV camera installed there, pic.twitter.com/Y7aubgVSc5
— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) August 31, 2024
Aftermath and Release
The footage quickly went viral, raising serious questions about the integrity of the officers involved. Following the release of the footage, Daniel was reportedly released from custody around 9 PM on the same day. The viral video has sparked outrage and calls for accountability.
Official Response and Investigation
A senior Mumbai Police officer acknowledged the incident, stating, "We have taken note of the video that has surfaced and have initiated an investigation into the matter." The investigation aims to determine the full extent of the officers' misconduct and to take appropriate action against those involved.
This incident has highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, with many calling for stricter measures to prevent such abuses of power in the future. The Mumbai Police's swift response in launching an investigation has been seen as a necessary step towards restoring public trust.
