Six of gang that attempted to mow down toll plaza staff arrested
Police in Adilabad, India, arrested six members of an inter-state gang involved in cattle smuggling after a high-speed chase and confrontation with toll plaza staff. Authorities rescued 44 cattle and seized vehicles used in the organized operation.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of organized crime and animal welfare enforcement along major transport corridors.
In a major crackdown on cattle smuggling, the Neradigonda police arrested six members of an inter-State gang and rescued 44 cattle including bulls and cows in Adilabad district on Friday.
According to the police, the accused allegedly made a bid to mow down toll plaza staff at Rolmamda in Neradigonda mandal after they attempted to stop the speeding vehicles on September 1. They then rammed through the toll gate and fled in a container lorry and another vehicle, police said.
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