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) arrested a Kochi Corporation overseer on Thursday for allegedly accepting a ₹25,000 bribe to settle a complaint against a commercial building. The accused, Seena P.R., 45, was apprehended near the Kaloor bus stand around 5.10 p.m. Later, VACB investigators also arrested Shanavas P.A., 44, who is accused of conspiring with Seena and demanding a ₹2 lakh bribe to settle his own complaint against the same building.
The commercial building, situated in Kaloor's Kathrikadavu area, was brought to Seena's attention following a complaint from Shanavas alleging unauthorized renovations. Seena then communicated with the building owner's relative via phone, suggesting a settlement for Shanavas. Shanavas allegedly demanded a ₹2 lakh bribe and additionally asked for ₹25,000 for Seena's involvement.
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