A major investigation in Kanpur has uncovered alleged links between police personnel and drug traffickers. An internal inquiry found that certain officers were suspected of protecting narcotics traffickers and warning them in advance about enforcement operations. Preliminary findings suggest that assets worth nearly ₹100 crore may have been accumulated through the alleged illegal network.
Following the revelations authorities initiated departmental action. One sub-inspector and 3 head constables have been suspended while a detailed probe is underway within the police commissionerate. Investigators are examining suspicious financial transactions and property holdings connected to the accused. The inquiry began after officials reviewed the call detail records of head constable Jitendra Pratap Singh who had earlier been posted at Sachendi Police Station. During the analysis several phone numbers allegedly linked to drug traffickers were identified. A deeper digital examination of the mobile device led to the recovery of audio recordings in which the accused was allegedly heard discussing methods to avoid police action and sharing advanced information about possible raids.
Investigators believe these communications allowed traffickers to move narcotics or shift operations before enforcement teams arrived. The internal inquiry also found that police personnel often avoided sending direct messages. Instead they allegedly used WhatsApp emojis, short phone calls and missed calls as coded alerts to warn traffickers. These signals were reportedly pre-decided indicators understood by the traffickers. Once such alerts were received the traffickers would remove drugs from storage points or temporarily abandon locations which resulted in raids where suspicious premises were already empty.
The departmental investigation also includes scrutiny of the accused officer’s assets. Preliminary findings indicate that Jitendra Pratap Singh purchased a 600 square yard plot in the Mandhana area where a house was built on around 200 square yards. Authorities suspect additional investments may have been made in the names of his wife and relatives and several properties are now under verification. Investigators are analysing financial records, call histories and digital communications to determine whether the assets were acquired through illegal proceeds and whether more individuals were involved. Officials say the probe is ongoing and strict disciplinary action along with possible criminal charges may follow if the allegations are confirmed.
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