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Crime
Police seize 13 cattle from truck in Jalandhar, arrest suspect
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 04:42 AM
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Punjab police recovered eight oxen and five cows from a truck in Jalandhar and detained the driver.
Punjab police in Jalandhar intercepted a truck carrying livestock and recovered eight oxen and five cows that were being moved without proper authorization. The animals were found inside the vehicle during a routine check by traffic officials.
The authorities said the transport violated state regulations governing the movement of cattle, which require permits and adherence to animal‑welfare guidelines.
Police detained the driver on the spot and have launched an investigation to determine the source of the cattle and any possible links to illegal trade. Further actions will be taken based on the findings of the inquiry.
The authorities said the transport violated state regulations governing the movement of cattle, which require permits and adherence to animal‑welfare guidelines.
Police detained the driver on the spot and have launched an investigation to determine the source of the cattle and any possible links to illegal trade. Further actions will be taken based on the findings of the inquiry.