Haryana cop dies by suicide, alleges deep police corruption
Another Haryana Police Officer Dies by Suicide; Final Video Alleges Corruption by Slain Cop Y Puran Kumar
In a tragic turn of events that has sent shockwaves across Haryana, another police officer has reportedly taken his own life, raising fresh questions about alleged corruption and internal pressures within the state police force.
Sandeep Kumar, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Rohtak’s cyber cell, was found dead at his residence on the Ladhaut–Dhamar Road in Rohtak on Tuesday. According to police reports, his body bore gunshot wounds, and authorities suspect that Sandeep may have shot himself.
What has added a chilling dimension to this incident is a video message reportedly recorded by Sandeep before his death. In it, he accused IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who had himself died by suicide days earlier, of being a “corrupt cop.” Sandeep suggested that Puran Kumar had ended his life because he feared his alleged corruption would come to light.
Sandeep’s video not only accused Puran Kumar but also expressed support for former Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarnia, who is among the officers named in the FIR related to Puran Kumar’s death. The message paints a grim picture of internal discord and mistrust within the Haryana police, hinting at the psychological and professional pressures faced by officers at different levels.
The timing of Sandeep’s death, coming shortly after the nationwide outrage over Y Puran Kumar’s suicide, has fueled speculation that more internal corruption and misconduct may have contributed to the growing unrest within the police force. While authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of both deaths, the video raises disturbing questions about the culture of accountability, transparency, and mental health support in the police system.
Local residents and colleagues have expressed shock and sorrow over Sandeep’s death. For many, the tragedy underscores the human cost behind headlines of corruption allegations and internal investigations — a stark reminder that systemic pressures can take a profound personal toll on individuals sworn to uphold the law.
Police officials have reiterated that investigations into the incident are ongoing and have urged the public not to jump to conclusions until all facts are established. Meanwhile, civil society groups and media observers have called for a deeper examination of working conditions, oversight mechanisms, and the mental health challenges faced by law enforcement personnel in Haryana.
The deaths of Y Puran Kumar and now Sandeep Kumar mark a deeply troubling period for the state’s police department. Both cases, linked by allegations of corruption and professional stress, have sparked widespread debate about accountability, ethical governance, and the urgent need for institutional reforms to prevent further tragedies.
As Haryana grapples with this unfolding crisis, the nation watches closely — a reminder that behind every allegation, every investigation, and every headline are human lives profoundly affected by the pressures of duty and the weight of systemic challenges.