Daijiworld Media Network - Indore
Indore, Apr 22: Five police personnel, including a sub-inspector, have been suspended in Indore after a businessman accused them of forcibly entering his house, switching off CCTV cameras and taking valuables during a warrant-related operation, officials said.
The action was taken on the orders of senior officers, though authorities have so far cited only a departmental inquiry without confirming the specific allegations.
According to Additional DCP Amrendra Singh, Sub-Inspector Sanjay Bishnoi and four others — Praveen Bhadoria, Dinesh Jat, Ravindra Kushwaha, and a head constable — have been suspended. The move follows a complaint linked to the execution of a warrant and alleged misconduct during the operation.
The case centres on businessman Gaurav Jain, whose house was searched by police. Jain alleged that officers entered the premises like thieves, disabled CCTV cameras, and opened locks using a master key.
He further claimed that the police entered without a warrant and caused damage to his personal property. According to him, gold and silver jewellery worth around Rs 36 lakh was taken during the operation.
Jain also alleged that the action was linked to a property dispute involving a retired ACP and was carried out to exert pressure.
The incident has raised serious questions over police conduct, particularly regarding personnel continuing at the same police station despite transfer orders.
Officials noted that such instances are not uncommon, with some officers failing to leave their posts even after being transferred, sometimes continuing for months or securing re-posting at the same station.
In this case, Sub-Inspector Sanjay Bishnoi had reportedly been transferred to Tilak Nagar, while another officer was posted to Pardesipura, but their formal departure had not taken place.
Authorities have not confirmed whether the suspensions are directly linked to the transfer violations or the allegations made by the businessman, stating that a departmental probe is underway.
Police said senior officers, including ACP-level officials, visited the spot following the complaint. Additional DCP Amrendra Singh said the suspensions were ordered by DCP Kumar Prateek and that a detailed investigation is in progress to establish the facts.
While officials have refrained from commenting on specific allegations, the suspension of five personnel has raised concerns about internal accountability and conduct during police operations.
The case has drawn attention due to allegations of illegal entry, misconduct, and claims of influence by a retired police officer in a property dispute.
With the enquiry underway, investigators are expected to examine CCTV evidence, the legality of the warrant execution, and the circumstances under which the police team entered the house.