Duo Nabbed for Illegal Meat Transport in Mumbai

Two individuals were arrested in south Mumbai for transporting illegal meat. Alerted by local residents, police intercepted a tempo carrying the contraband. The meat was seized and samples were sent for testing. The driver and owner face charges under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, as investigations continue.

In a major bust, police arrested two individuals in south Mumbai on charges of transporting illegal meat. The controversial cargo was seized during a late-night operation.

The tempo carrying the illegal goods was stopped in the Nagpada area, following reports from vigilant residents, officials confirmed. The meat has been sent for further testing to ascertain its nature and source.

The tempo owner and the driver have been detained under section 325 for mischief by killing or maiming animal, along with other applicable sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita. An investigation is underway to trace the origins and intended destination of the meat.

(With inputs from agencies.)