A sub-inspector of police in Dindigul district was placed under suspension after he was allegedly found to have been misbehaving with a complainant by giving SMS to her mobile number.
Police said on Sunday that Rajagopal worked as SI of Police in Palani Taluk police station. A woman, had visited the station a few days ago and discussed about a problem she was facing with the officer. After taking down her number, the police officer had reportedly sent unwanted messages.
Shocked, the lady had taken it up with the higher authorities. Preliminary inquiries proved that the woman was correct. Based on the confession, the police sent a report to the DIG of Police (Dindigul Range).
It is said that the SI of Police was placed under suspension pending further inquiry and departmental action.
Published – May 24, 2026 04:38 pm IST
