The Goa police suspended a woman police constable on Wednesday, February 5, for allegedly misappropriating ₹17.3 lakh in traffic fines, within over 11 months at the Bicholim police station in North Goa.The woman constable, who was originally posted at the Bicholim police station and later transferred to the escort cell, has since returned the misappropriated ₹17.3 lakh to the state treasury
How was the woman constable caught
The Bicholim police inspector conducted a preliminary enquiry, after which the misappropriation was confirmed. This lead to a more detailed inquiry by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO).“An inquiry was ordered immediately after the matter came to light. The concerned police personnel was suspended and the amount in question was deposited in the government account. As per outcome of enquiry further action will be taken,” the Goa Police posted on X, formerly known as Twitter.
