Nuh police have arrested two cow smugglers after a brief encounter in the early hours of Tuesday. The suspects were identified as residents of Mewat district. According to police, a patrolling team intercepted a vehicle suspected of carrying illegally transported cows. The suspects opened fire, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire. Both suspects sustained injuries and were taken into custody. They were subsequently admitted to a hospital for treatment.
Details of the Operation
The police team, acting on a tip-off, set up a checkpoint near the village of Tauru. When the suspicious vehicle approached, the driver attempted to flee but was blocked. The suspects then fired at the police, who retaliated in self-defense. After the encounter, police recovered five cows from the vehicle, along with a country-made pistol and live cartridges.
Legal Action Underway
A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Haryana Gauvansh Sanrakshan and Gausamvardhan Act. The accused are being interrogated to uncover the smuggling network. Senior police officials have commended the team for their swift action.
The incident highlights ongoing efforts to curb cow smuggling in the region. Nuh has been a hotspot for such illegal activities, and police have intensified patrolling and intelligence gathering. The injured suspects are under police guard at the hospital, and further investigation is in progress.
Community Response
Local residents have welcomed the action, expressing hope that it will deter smugglers. Police have urged the public to report any suspicious activities related to cow smuggling. The recovered cows have been sent to a shelter for care.
