Mangaluru: 16 cows rescued from illegal transport in Baikampady; lorry driver held

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Nov 6, 2026: Panambur police intercepted a lorry and rescued 16 cows allegedly being transported illegally near Baikampady late on Wednesday, November 4.

According to police, the cattle were being transported from Belagavi to Kasaragod. Acting on a tip-off, police intercepted the lorry near Baikampady and found 16 cows inside the vehicle without valid transportation permits.

The police seized the cattle and arrested the lorry driver. A case has been registered in this connection, and the rescued animals have been shifted to a safe shelter.

Further investigation is underway to ascertain whether a larger network is involved in the illegal transportation and identify others connected to the racket.