Mangaluru Police Bust Illegal Cattle Slaughter Operation Near Phalguni River
In a decisive crackdown on illegal activities, Mangaluru police raided an unauthorized cattle slaughter site located near the banks of the Phalguni River on Wednesday. Acting swiftly on a credible tip-off, law enforcement officials rescued nine cattle and seized a substantial quantity of processed meat, while the primary suspects managed to evade capture by fleeing the scene.
Early Morning Raid Based on Specific Intelligence
City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy CH revealed that the operation was launched at 9:15 AM after receiving reliable information about 4–5 individuals engaging in illegal cattle slaughter. The illicit activity was taking place in a makeshift shed constructed along the riverbanks behind the residence of an individual named Ahmed, situated near the Badria Juma Masjid in Kasaba Bengre village.
The raid was meticulously coordinated under the supervision of Mangaluru North Subdivision Assistant Commissioner of Police Srikanth and Panambur Police Inspector Saleem Abbas. Police Sub-Inspector Srikala led her team in executing the operation, demonstrating a proactive approach to curbing unlawful practices in the region.
Significant Seizures and Animal Rescue
During the thorough inspection of the site, police officers discovered and rescued nine cattle that had been tied up and were awaiting illegal slaughter. In addition to the live animals, authorities confiscated approximately 205 kilograms of cattle meat that had already been processed and was being stored for potential sale. Various tools and equipment used in the slaughtering process were also seized as evidence.
The primary suspects, identified as Kabir (also known as Petha Kabir) from Kasaba Bengre and Badru (alias Badruddin) from Jokatte, along with three other accomplices, successfully escaped from the location before they could be apprehended. Law enforcement agencies have since formed a dedicated team to track down and arrest the absconding individuals.
Legal Actions and Additional Case
A formal case has been registered at the Panambur police station under multiple legal provisions. The charges include Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Sections 4, 7, and 12 of the Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Act, and Section 11 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. These stringent laws highlight the serious nature of the offenses and the commitment to upholding animal welfare and regulatory standards.
In a related development, Bajpe police intercepted a vehicle transporting cattle under suspicious circumstances. The driver abandoned the car and fled, indicating a possible pattern of illegal cattle trafficking in the area. Investigations into this separate incident are ongoing.
This raid underscores the ongoing efforts by Mangaluru police to combat illegal slaughter operations and enforce cattle protection laws, aiming to safeguard both animal rights and public health standards in the community.
