Mangaluru: Police intercepted a truck allegedly transporting cattle in a cruel and illegal manner on the national highway at Jeppinamogaru on Friday following information received regarding the movement of the vehicle. During the operation, officers reportedly found 27 cattle tied and being transported under alleged inhumane conditions.
According to preliminary information, police acted after receiving a tip-off from members of Bajrang Dal regarding the suspected transportation of cattle.
The vehicle was subsequently stopped and inspected by police officials, leading to the detection of the alleged violations.
Truck stopped following tip-off
Police initiated action after receiving information regarding the movement of a truck suspected of transporting cattle illegally.
Acting on the information, officers intercepted the vehicle on the national highway and conducted an inspection.
During the verification process, authorities allegedly found several cattle tied inside the vehicle and being transported in conditions that raised concerns.
Officials are examining whether transportation rules and animal welfare regulations were violated during the movement of the cattle.
Twenty-seven cattle found in vehicle
Police stated that a total of 27 cattle were found inside the truck during the operation.
Authorities alleged that the animals were being transported in an inhumane manner and are investigating whether proper procedures and permissions had been followed.
The condition in which the animals were allegedly being transported has become part of the ongoing investigation.
Further verification is also being conducted regarding the ownership and transport documentation related to the cattle.
Two persons taken into custody
According to preliminary information, the cattle were allegedly being transported from Haveri to Kerala through Mangaluru.
Police have taken two persons into custody in connection with the incident and have initiated further inquiries.
Investigators are now examining the circumstances surrounding the transportation and whether any laws relating to animal transportation and other applicable regulations were violated.
Officials said additional details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.