New Delhi: A major corruption case linked to the Delhi Police’s anti-narcotics network has raised serious questions over the functioning of the capital’s law enforcement system. Inspector Subhash Yadav, who was posted as the in-charge of the Dwarka Anti-Narcotics Cell, has been arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with an alleged bribery and illegal extortion network. Investigating agencies claim that preliminary findings have revealed suspicious financial transactions worth more than ₹100 crore, alleged benami properties and links with influential officials.
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Senior Officers’ Role Under Scanner
According to sources, the CBI has submitted a detailed report on the matter to central authorities and other concerned agencies. Investigators suspect that the accused inspector enjoyed protection from certain senior officials within the department. The agency is now examining the possible involvement of three senior IPS officers whose names allegedly surfaced during the investigation.
The case reportedly began after a woman filed a complaint alleging that officials linked to the narcotics unit demanded bribes in exchange for relief from police action. Following the complaint, the CBI laid a trap and initiated a covert operation. Officials said that on April 21, a constable named Ajay was caught red-handed while allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹2 lakh.
The investigation took a dramatic turn during the raids. According to officials, while the CBI team was conducting a search at Inspector Subhash Yadav’s office, the electricity supply to the office was suddenly cut off. Taking advantage of the darkness and confusion, the inspector allegedly managed to flee from the spot. During the subsequent search, investigators recovered around ₹48.87 lakh in cash from the office premises. Sources claim there were also attempts to destroy or conceal evidence during the operation.
Benami Properties and Money Trail Being Examined
CBI investigators have since uncovered multiple suspicious financial transactions linked to the accused. The agency suspects that illegally earned money may have been invested in the names of relatives and close associates. Information regarding alleged benami properties located along the Dwarka Expressway, Neemrana and several other areas has also surfaced during the probe. Officials said forensic examination of bank accounts, digital transactions and property-related documents is currently underway.
Investigators have also found that Inspector Subhash Yadav remained posted in influential positions within the Dwarka district for a long period. Sources claim that although he was transferred to the South District last year, he was not relieved immediately. Within just a few months, he reportedly managed to return to Dwarka and once again took charge of the anti-narcotics unit.
According to officials familiar with the investigation, the accused allegedly wielded enough influence to override or manipulate administrative decisions. Agencies are now probing whether departmental protection played a role in his transfers, postings and continued presence in sensitive positions.
Drug Network Links and Internal Leaks Probed
One of the most serious allegations in the case relates to alleged links with drug trafficking networks. Investigators suspect that foreign-origin drug peddlers operating in areas such as Dwarka, Uttam Nagar, Dabri and Nawada were allegedly allowed to function in exchange for hefty bribes. Agencies are also examining whether the network was limited to local operations or connected to larger international drug syndicates.
Sources further claim that the inspector was believed to have strong backing within sections of the department, which allegedly helped shield him from action despite repeated complaints and allegations. Investigators are now probing whether sensitive information related to the raids or investigation was leaked internally in an attempt to influence the probe.
