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Crime
Police Raid on Illicit Liquor Traders in Bihar Village Ends in Tragic River Drowning
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 07:16 AM
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During a raid on illicit liquor traders in a Bihar village, 50 residents jumped into a nearby river, resulting in two drownings.
During a raid on illicit liquor traders in a village in Bihar, police pursued suspects who had been operating an illegal distillery. The operation was launched after intelligence reports linked the traders to a surge in alcohol‑related incidents in the region.
As the raid unfolded, 50 villagers reportedly jumped into the nearby river to escape the confrontation. Authorities confirmed that two of those who entered the water did not survive.
Police are continuing their investigation into the illicit liquor operation and are urging residents to cooperate with authorities. The incident has prompted local officials to review security measures in rural areas.
As the raid unfolded, 50 villagers reportedly jumped into the nearby river to escape the confrontation. Authorities confirmed that two of those who entered the water did not survive.
Police are continuing their investigation into the illicit liquor operation and are urging residents to cooperate with authorities. The incident has prompted local officials to review security measures in rural areas.