{"id":136101,"date":"2025-03-13T17:03:35","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T11:33:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/?p=136101"},"modified":"2025-03-13T17:03:35","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T11:33:35","slug":"jorhat-police-under-fire-for-releasing-accused-amidst-corruption-allegations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assamtimespost.com\/?p=136101","title":{"rendered":"Jorhat Police Under Fire for Releasing Accused Amidst Corruption Allegations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-135852\" src=\"https:\/\/assamtimespost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/New-Logo-Smal.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"198\" height=\"55\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">A<\/span> scandal has rocked the <a href=\"https:\/\/assamtimespost.com\/?p=134801\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Assam Police<\/a> force, with allegations of corruption within the Jorhat Sadar Police department. According to sources, the police have been demanding money from accused individuals in exchange for their release. The disturbing revelation has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with many demanding swift action to address the issue.<\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_136102\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-136102\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/Jorhat Police Under Fire for Releasing Accused Amidst Corruption Allegations\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-136102 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/assamtimespost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Jorhat Police Under Fire for Releasing Accused Amidst Corruption Allegations\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1-750x422.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/67d2a8305b3c5-assam-police-under-scrutiny-for-demanding-bribe-134059210-16x9-1-1140x641.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-136102\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Jorhat Police Under Fire for Releasing Accused Amidst Corruption Allegations:<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">At the center of the controversy are a constable and an in-charge officer, who were both suspended with immediate effect. In a statement, Jorhat Police announced disciplinary proceedings would be initiated against the two officials. The exact nature of their alleged malpractice is yet to be disclosed, but the timing of their suspension suggests a widening web of corruption.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Reports suggest that the police had demanded a staggering Rs 8,000 to release eight individuals, a demand that has left many aghast. The incident has raised questions about the true extent of corruption within the Assam Police force, with many calling for a thorough investigation and swift action to root out the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As the authorities grapple with the fallout, the people of Jorhat are left asking tough questions. Is this an isolated incident, or is there a deeper rot within the force? The response from the Assam Police department will be closely watched, as it seeks to restore public trust and credibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Regardless of the outcome, one thing is clear: the alleged corruption within the Jorhat Sadar Police department has opened up a Pandora\u2019s box, and it\u2019s up to the authorities to ensure that justice is served.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A scandal has rocked the Assam Police force, with allegations of corruption within the Jorhat Sadar Police department. According to sources, the police have been demanding money from accused individuals in exchange for their release. The disturbing revelation has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with many demanding swift action to address the issue. 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