Tense Situation in Dharamtul Over Alleged Cattle Smuggling.Angry Locals Vandalise Two Vehicles; 20 Cattle Rescued.
Dalim Phukan.
Hills Live News,Morigaon, October 30:
A tense situation erupted at Dharamtul in Morigaon district, over alleged illegal transportation of cattle.
Agitated local residents intercepted and vandalised two Bolero vehicles allegedly used for smuggling cattle. According to reports, a total of 20 cattle were rescued from the two vehicles.
The registration numbers of the vehicles are AS-02DC-9729 and AS-01RC-5150.
On receiving information about the incident, Dharamtul Police rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control. Subsequently, the police seized both vehicles and took them to Dharamtul Police Station.
The incident has triggered tension in the area. The identities of those allegedly involved in the cattle smuggling operation and the circumstances surrounding the transportation of the cattle are yet to be established.
Further details are expected to emerge following the police investigation. Local residents are now awaiting the next course of action by the police in connection with the incident.
