Moodbidri: Two arrested after dramatic chase over illegal cattle transport in car

/Mangalore Today News Network

Moodbidri, May 16, 2026: Two persons transporting cattle in a cruel manner in a luxury car were arrested by Moodbidri police after a dramatic chase near Gundukallu Cross in Padumarnadu village.

The arrested accused have been identified as Mohammed Arif, a resident of Handeel in Moodbidri, and Imran alias Ibrahim of Gantalkatte. Police have seized the Maruti Brezza car used for the transportation.

According to police, officers were conducting vehicle checks during routine rounds based on credible information. When they signalled the speeding Brezza car to stop, the accused allegedly ignored the order and attempted to flee.

Alert police personnel chased the vehicle in a dramatic operation. With no way to escape, the accused reportedly drove the car into the compound of a house and tried to run away, but police managed to surround and apprehend them.

During inspection of the vehicle, police found cattle tied up in a cruel manner, with their legs and heads bound tightly in the rear section of the car. Police suspect the cattle were being stolen and transported either for illegal slaughter or meat trade.

Cases have been registered against the accused under the Karnataka Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act, cattle theft, and animal cruelty charges. Police said the accused already have several criminal cases pending against them in different police stations.