Pic of Traffic cop playing cards goes viral

In today’s technologically advanced world, news travels fast, even though it might not be true. An instance of this happened when the picture of a traffic police sub-inspector spread like wildfire on instant messaging applications and social networking websites. Apparently, the inspector was caught on camera playing cards along with a cigarette packet and empty liquor bottle on his side. A mocking caption said, “Sub-inspector M Jayavel of Chromepet traffic police on night vehicle checking duty.”

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After the incident, an internal inquiry was initiated by senior police officials, the truth was discovered. While the sub-inspector admitted to playing cards, he said that it was only after duty hours. The SI stated in his defence that, “My duty ended at 12 o’clock (midnight). There were a few issues in my family due to which I have to delay going back home. So I was spending a little time at the station, when I played cards.”

It was revealed after further investigation that the photo has been allegedly taken and circulated by another SI with a grudge against him. The authenticity of the picture is still being looked into by senior police officials.