Massive Gambling Bust: 50 Arrested in Latur Raid

A police raid in a village in Latur district, Maharashtra, led to the arrest of 50 individuals involved in illegal gambling activities. The raid, conducted in Mogha village, resulted in the seizure of Rs 2.13 crore worth of cash, mobiles, and other materials. Cases have been registered under relevant legal provisions.

Police in Maharashtra's Latur district have cracked down on illegal gambling, arresting 50 people during a raid in Mogha village. The operation, conducted at a local den, uncovered Rs 2.13 crore in cash and materials, officials reported on Monday.

Authorities executed the raid on Saturday night in the Deoni tehsil area, detaining 50 individuals engaged in illicit gaming activities. The crackdown was part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal gambling in the region.

Law enforcement seized significant amounts of cash, mobiles, and other items, bringing the total value of confiscated goods to approximately Rs 2.13 crore. Legal action has been initiated under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and the Maharashtra Gambling Prohibition Act.

(With inputs from agencies.)