Police Seize 33 Cattle in Late-Night Raid in Seraikela-Kharsawan

Ichagarh and Chouka police conducted a joint operation, seizing 33 cattle and five vehicles used for illegal transport.

In a late-night operation, police in Seraikela-Kharsawan district seized 33 cattle being transported illegally.

SERAIKELA – Late Friday night, police in Seraikela-Kharsawan district intercepted five vehicles carrying 33 cattle illegally.

Acting on a tip-off, SP Mukesh Kumar Lunawat ordered a raid to stop illegal cattle transport through Ichagarh.

The operation, involving Echagarh and Chouka police, along with armed forces, targeted NH 33 near Chhotu Hotel.

During the vehicle check, five pickup vans were spotted coming from Nagasoren.

On seeing the police, the drivers abandoned their vehicles and fled into the darkness.

Upon inspection, 33 cattle were found in the vehicles, including three deceased animals.

The police have seized all the vehicles and cattle and are continuing their investigation.