A policeman, who was purportedly caught on camera showering currency notes on a dancer and brandishing firearm in an inebriated state in Shahjahanpur district, has been suspended, a senior officer said here today.
"Policeman Shailendra Shukla has been placed under suspension and as he was displaying firearm a directive has been issued to take action under Arms Act against him," Superintendent of Police R C Sahu said.
Shukla was caught on camera allegedly showering notes on a female dancer during a dance party at Nigohi on the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday, police said.
The policeman, who was allegedly in an inebriated state, also brandished his gun, police said.
The SP said that an inquiry, to be conducted by Circle Officer Sadar, has been ordered.
Meanwhile, the dancer was today called for recording her statement.
