The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Gujarat launches a probe into an extortion scandal involving three police officers from Junagadh. The trio is accused of forging documents, freezing a Kerala businessman’s bank account, and attempting to extort Rs 25 lakh.
FIR and Initial Complaint
An FIR was filed against Arvind Gohil, Deepak Jani, and Taral Bhatt after a complaint by police inspector Shaktisinh Gohil. The accused officers, suspended from the SOG, face charges under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Extortion Attempt
The officers allegedly demanded Rs 25 lakh from Kerala businessman Kartik Bhandari to restore his frozen bank account. The victim reported the incident to the Junagadh DIG, initiating an inquiry into the misconduct.
Uncovering the Scandal
The scandal came to light when the SOG froze Bhandari’s account, citing suspicious transactions. Further investigation revealed that the officers had frozen 335 bank accounts, justifying their actions with forged documents related to a supposed crackdown on gambling and bootlegging.
Suspension and Ongoing Probe
SOG PI and ASI were suspended as the Kerala businessman approached the DIG. The ATS took over the investigation, but details about arrests or progress in the case are undisclosed, maintaining confidentiality.
The seriousness of the allegations led to the suspension of the accused officers. The unfolding investigation sheds light on a larger scheme involving the misuse of authority, forgery, and extortion within the Junagadh police force.
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