236 cops suspended over misconduct so far in 2025

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In Bengaluru, a cash heist involving police personnel has highlighted systemic misconduct. So far in 2025, 236 officers have been suspended for crimes like robbery and corruption.

A cash heist in Bengaluru involving police personnel has brought attention to systemic misconduct within the force. The incident, described as a daylight robbery, is connected to the Karnataka police. Keywords suggest a possible link to the Reserve Bank of India.

So far in 2025, 236 police officers across India have been suspended for various acts of misconduct, including crimes like robbery and corruption. This figure is as of December 2025. While the Bengaluru case exemplifies these issues, sources provide limited specific details, timelines, or quotes.

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Realistic illustration of Karnataka DGP K Ramachandra Rao's suspension over alleged viral video, showing officer, smartphone with blurred video, and official stamp.
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