India, Oct. 28 -- A Sub-Inspector of Banjara Hills Police Station was arrested by the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday for allegedly demanding a bribe from a man booked in two criminal cases and settling for Rs 1 lakh after first asking for Rs 10 lakh.

The ACB has registered a case of criminal misconduct against the accused officer Kottoor Vijay.

According to the officials, the initial demand of Rs 10 lakh was brought down after negotiation and finally fixed at Rs 1 lakh. The money was allegedly sought in return for official favours linked to Crime Nos. 524/2024 and 525/2024 of Banjara Hills Police Station, both of which were registered on court referral.

The ACB said the officer promised not to arrest the complainan...