RAHA: Local residents intercepted a Bolero pickup van carrying 12 cattle at Phulguri in Raha, Assam, on suspicion of illegal transportation while it was heading towards Guwahati along the national highway.
According to preliminary reports, the vehicle was travelling without a number plate when residents stopped it. The driver and his assistant were allegedly assaulted before being handed over to Raha Police.
The two men were identified as Dildar Hussain, the driver, and Asadul Islam, his assistant.
Police took custody of the men and the vehicle, which was carrying the 12 cattle. The source of the animals and whether their transportation complied with the law remained unclear.
Further details about the investigation and possible legal action were awaited.
