Bahraich police disclose four arrests in alleged police-impersonation extortion

Officers investigate threats and alleged abduction of two men.

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2 October 2026 · 1 min read

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Officers investigate threats and alleged abduction of two men.

Event / development: 2 Oct 2026
Location: Uttar Pradesh

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Bahraich police said on October 2 that four people had been arrested over alleged police impersonation and attempted extortion.

Officers said two men were forced into a car and threatened with false charges. A uniform, firearm and suspected cannabis were reportedly seized.

A case was registered at Hardi police station. Investigators are checking the equipment’s origin and possible similar offences; the allegations remain unproven.

Uttar Pradesh