J&K police thwart bovine smuggling attempt in Jammu, rescue 10 animals

In a swift operation, the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) foiled a bovine smuggling attempt in the Jammu district. Alert officials from Police Station Bakshinagar acted on a tip-off and intercepted a truck carrying cattle illegally at Maheshpura Chowk.

The police party successfully rescued 10 bovines from the vehicle and seized the truck, bearing registration number JK21A-8257. The driver of the truck is reported to have fled the scene, and a search is underway to apprehend the culprit.

*Bovine smuggling bid foiled, 01 vehicle siezed by JKP in Jammu District.*
A Police party of Police Station Bakshinagar successfully foiled a bovine smuggling attempt, rescuing 10 bovines and seizing a truck with registration number JK21A-8257 at Maheshpura Chowk. pic.twitter.com/qmiIJqjhQk

— District Police Jammu (@Dis_Pol_Jammu) May 11, 2024

This incident comes as part of the ongoing efforts by the JKP under ‘Operation Kamdhenu’ to crack down on cattle smuggling in the region. The rescued bovines are likely to be handed over to a cattle shelter after undergoing a veterinary checkup.

The police have registered a case FIR No. 62/2024 at Police Station Bakshi Nagar under relevant sections of the law, including the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Transport of Animals Rules. The investigation into the smuggling attempt is underway.

This successful operation by the JKP highlights their commitment to curbing the illegal cattle trade and protecting animals in Jammu and Kashmir.