VACB arrests Kochi Corporation overseer for alleged bribery
Bribe was allegedly sought to settle complaint against a commercial building
The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) has arrested Seena P.R., a 45-year-old overseer with the Kochi Corporation, for allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹25,000 to settle a complaint against a commercial building. The arrest came after the building owner approached Ms. Seena after Shanavas P.A., 44, lodged a complaint alleging unauthorized renovations. Shanavas demanded a bribe of ₹2 lakh and an additional payment of ₹25,000 for the overseer. Both individuals have been apprehended near the Kaloor bus stand.
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