Romanian police officers investigated for alleged bribery and corruption

Four officers from a Traffic Brigade are under criminal investigation for alleged corruption and bribery. The investigation involves accusations that officers accepted money to facilitate illegal activities, such as allowing a driver suspected of being under the influence of alcohol to avoid legal consequences by falsifying statements regarding who was behind the wheel.

Authorities are examining a broader pattern where officers allegedly targeted luxury vehicles driven by businesspeople or public figures. Investigators suggest certain vehicles were stopped without evident traffic violations, leading to payments described as a form of "protection" in exchange for favorable treatment during future traffic encounters. The full scope of these activities and the number of incidents involved are still being determined.