The Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested an Assistant Sub-Inspector and a Constable in connection with a long-running sticker extortion syndicate. This development on April 6, 2026, marks the first time police personnel have been formally arrested in this case. The investigation reveals a deep-rooted nexus between law enforcement officers and extortionists who have been operating for nearly 15 years in the capital. At least four more police officers are currently under scrutiny for their suspected roles in the racket.
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How the Sticker Extortion Syndicate Operated
The syndicate, led by individuals identified as Raju Meena, Jeeshan Ali, and Rinku Rana, ran a parallel system to bypass traffic and pollution regulations. They sold fake stickers to commercial vehicles to ensure they would not be issued challans. The investigation found that the gang also used videos of traffic police accepting bribes to blackmail them. In one specific case, a traffic sub-inspector allegedly paid Rs 1.5 lakh to the gang leader to prevent a video from being made public.
- Fake stickers were sold to transporters for Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000 per month.
- Hefty traffic fines of over Rs 30,000 were settled for just Rs 100 to Rs 200 through connections at Lok Adalats.
- The racket targeted commercial vehicles and compromised the integrity of pollution-control norms.
Details of Arrested Personnel and Involved Gangs
The arrested officers include ASI Jitender, who was posted in South Delhi, and Constable Praveen, stationed at the Adarsh Nagar police station. According to DCP (Crime) Sanjeev Yadav, the accused were involved in managing the logistics of the extortion ring and coordinating with the gang leaders. The Crime Branch has also previously arrested associates of the various gangs involved in this syndicate.
| Name of Accused | Role or Designation |
|---|---|
| ASI Jitender | Arrested Police Officer (South Delhi) |
| Constable Praveen | Arrested Police Officer (North West Delhi) |
| Raju Meena | Gang Kingpin |
| Jeeshan Ali | Gang Leader |
| Rinku Rana | Gang Leader |
The Crime Branch continues to probe the extent of the involvement of other traffic police personnel. The syndicate’s ability to operate for over a decade shows the scale of the corruption involved, impacting both the public exchequer and road safety standards in Delhi.
