Kapo suspects the police officer of taking money in exchange for disclosing work-related information.
He is also suspected of involvement in drug-related crimes. The officer may have helped drug traffickers who fled from Estonia.
According to suspicions, the officer shared confidential information. This enabled the drug traffickers to escape.
Prosecutor Gerd Raudsepp says the investigation is important. The police and Kapo are working together to gather evidence.
The police officer has been detained. An investigation is ongoing regarding him. If found guilty, he can no longer work in the police.
Police leaders say they acted quickly. They terminated the suspect's employment in the police. Trust in the police is important.
The investigation is being conducted by Kapo. The prosecutor is checking whether the officer violated the law.