Mangaluru: Two arrested for cruel Iillegal cattle transport in Fortuner car; Rs 8.42 lakh seized

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Mar 21, 2026: Police have uncovered an illegal cattle transportation case within the Bajpe police station limits in Mangaluru. Property worth ₹8.42 lakh has been seized in connection with the case.

On March 18 at around 4:45 am, police received information that four cattle were being transported cruelly, with their legs tied, in a Fortuner car at Sastavu area of Badaga Edapadavu village. Acting on the tip-off, a team led by ACP Srikanth and PI Balakrishna, along with PSI Latha and staff, conducted a raid and seized the vehicle.

The police recovered four cattle, the Fortuner car, a sword, and an iron rod. In total, assets worth ₹8.42 lakh were confiscated.

Two accused, identified as Nissar and Mohammed Jamaluddin, have been arrested and produced before the court.

Meanwhile, a few other suspects are absconding, and a special team has been formed to trace them. Police have urged the public to report any information regarding illegal cattle transportation.