‘I have to take bribes’: ASI closed

An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) of Chunarughat Police Station in Habiganj has been withdrawn from his post and attached to Police Lines after a video surfaced on social media in which he allegedly said he had to take bribes because he had bought his police uniform with bribe money.

Md Elias Hossain made the remarks while allegedly investigating a case at Raniganj Bazar recently. The video was recorded by a local resident and later went viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism.

Md Saiful Islam, officer-in-charge of Chunarughat Police Station, confirmed the disciplinary action on Monday night.

According to local sources, Elias had gone to Raniganj Bazar to investigate a case filed by trader Noman Mia. During the visit, he allegedly made several remarks about taking bribes in the presence of people at the market.

In the video circulating online, Elias is heard saying, “I bought my uniform with bribe money, so I have to take bribes.”

He is also heard questioning whether people would believe him if he claimed that, despite being a police officer, he did not take bribes.

The video quickly spread on social media, prompting criticism of the officer’s remarks and calls for action against him.

Following the incident, police authorities withdrew Elias from Chunarughat Police Station and attached him to the Police Lines.

Authorities have not yet disclosed whether any further departmental action will be taken against him.