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Crime
Chandrapur Police Rescue 63 Cattle, Two Suspects Die in Trafficking Bust
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 08:50 AM
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Police in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, intercepted a cattle‑trafficking operation, rescuing 63 animals while two suspects died during the raid.
Chandrapur police launched a raid on a suspected cattle‑trafficking network early Monday, seizing a large herd that was being moved illegally across the district. Officers acted on intelligence that a convoy of trucks was heading toward a border point, prompting a swift interception near the outskirts of the city.
The operation resulted in the rescue of 63 cattle, including cows, buffaloes and calves, which were taken to a government shelter for verification and care. Two individuals linked to the trafficking ring suffered fatal injuries during the confrontation and were pronounced dead at the scene.
Senior Superintendent of Police (Crime) Rajesh Patil said the team will continue to investigate the broader network and has filed a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and relevant trafficking statutes. He added that the rescued animals will be examined for health issues before being returned to their rightful owners or placed in authorized farms.
The bust underscores ongoing concerns about illegal livestock trade in Maharashtra, where demand for cattle in certain regions fuels organized smuggling operations. Authorities have urged the public to report suspicious activities and assured that stricter monitoring will be enforced.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses, including the identification of any additional suspects and the recovery of financial proceeds linked to the illegal trade.
The operation resulted in the rescue of 63 cattle, including cows, buffaloes and calves, which were taken to a government shelter for verification and care. Two individuals linked to the trafficking ring suffered fatal injuries during the confrontation and were pronounced dead at the scene.
Senior Superintendent of Police (Crime) Rajesh Patil said the team will continue to investigate the broader network and has filed a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and relevant trafficking statutes. He added that the rescued animals will be examined for health issues before being returned to their rightful owners or placed in authorized farms.
The bust underscores ongoing concerns about illegal livestock trade in Maharashtra, where demand for cattle in certain regions fuels organized smuggling operations. Authorities have urged the public to report suspicious activities and assured that stricter monitoring will be enforced.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses, including the identification of any additional suspects and the recovery of financial proceeds linked to the illegal trade.