Assam's Golakganj cops foil cattle smuggling attempt, one held with cattle heads
Golakganj police arrested a man smuggling six cattle without documents on NH 17. The operation underscores ongoing efforts to curb illegal livestock trade in Assam.
- May 30, 2025,
- Updated May 30, 2025, 12:04 PM IST
The Golakganj police in Assam's Dhubri district intercepted a smuggling attempt early morning on , arresting one person and seizing six cattle heads.
The incident took place around 6:30 am at North Raipur on National Highway 17 near the railway overbridge, when police stopped a Tata 407 vehicle (registration no. AS-17C-5410).
Upon inspection, officers discovered six cattle being transported without valid documentation.
The accused, identified as Abbas Ali (30), son of Mofijuddin Miya from Chagolia Part-II under Golakganj Police Station, was taken into custody on the spot.
Officials stated that the operation reflects the continued vigilance of Golakganj Police in curbing illegal cross-border activities and protecting livestock. A probe is underway to trace other individuals possibly linked to the smuggling network.