Karnataka Orders CID Probe into Yadgir Police SI's Death Amid Bribery Allegations Against Congress MLA

Aug 4, 2024, 01:26 AM

The Karnataka government has ordered a CID probe into the death of police sub-inspector Parashuram in Yadgir. The family and the Opposition allege that the death is linked to a bribe demand by local Congress MLA Channareddy Tannur and his son concerning a transfer. The case has sparked a political row, with the BJP criticizing the government over the incident. A case has been filed against the Congress MLA and his son for abetting the suicide of the Dalit cop.