Assam: 1.12 quintal beef seized in Jakhalabandha, six detained over alleged illegal cow slaughter

Tension prevailed in Chikni Borhola under Jakhalabandha Police Station in Assam following the seizure of around 1.12 quintal of beef from a house where illegal cow slaughter and sale of beef were allegedly being carried out, police said.

Acting on allegations that Abdul Hamid had been involved in cow slaughter and the illegal sale of beef from his residence for a prolonged period, members of the Bharatiya Go Raksha Bahini, along with Jakhalabandha Police, conducted an operation at his house.

According to the allegations, a pregnant cow carrying a calf was also slaughtered and its meat was being sold, triggering concern among local residents.

Police detained Abdul Hamid, Joseph Nayak, Rafiqul Islam and Dalal Uddin in connection with the alleged cow slaughter and meat trade.

Two other persons who had reportedly arrived at Hamid's residence to purchase beef were also detained by police, while two others allegedly managed to flee from the spot.

Police seized two three-wheelers and three motorcycles from the location.

The seized items included the head of the slaughtered cow and around 1 quintal 12 kg of meat.

Police have launched an investigation into the alleged illegal cow slaughter and meat trade, while further details are awaited.