A van carrying 12 animals overturned in Hayathnagar, injuring three livestock and raising suspicions of illegal cattle transportation. The driver fled, and police launched a search while shifting the rescued animals to a shelter for treatment.
Police intercepted a truck illegally transporting cows at Abdullapurmet on the city outskirts. The vehicle was disguised with a tarpaulin and small ventilation openings. The driver was detained, and authorities are investigating those responsible for the illegal transport.
Seven check posts have been set up on the district and State borders under the limits of Khammam police commissionerate to curb illegal cattle trafficking, said Commissioner of Police Sunil Dutt
