Buffalo Thief Arrested in Bareilly, Illegal Weapon and Pickup Truck Recovered

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Police Uncover Cattle Theft Ring

In a significant breakthrough, the Hafizganj police station in Bareilly has busted a cattle theft operation, arresting an individual named Rizwan. The police recovered a stolen buffalo, a 12-bore country-made pistol, a live cartridge, and a white pickup truck from the accused.

Interception on Dharmpur Road

The operation took place on October 12th when the Hafizganj police team was on patrol in the Rithaura Chowki area. Near the under-construction highway on Dharmpur Road, police signaled a pickup truck coming from the Pilibhit direction to stop based on suspicion.

Discovery During Search

Upon searching the vehicle, an illegal weapon was found on the driver, identified as Rizwan, a resident of Khamaria Pandari, Pilibhit district. A buffalo was discovered tied in the rear of the pickup truck, which the accused admitted to stealing from the Madhotanda area a few days prior.

Accused Admits to Theft and Smuggling

During police interrogation, Rizwan confessed to stealing the buffalo and was transporting it in the pickup truck to sell. He was apprehended by the police while attempting to flee upon noticing them.

Case Registered and Further Investigation

Based on the recovery, the police have registered a case against Rizwan under various sections of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and the Arms Act. Case number 584/2026 has been filed.

Criminal History Revealed

Initial investigations revealed that Rizwan has a prior criminal record. He has existing cases registered against him in the Barkheda police station of Pilibhit district, including two from 2016 and one from 2018 under the Cow Slaughter Prevention Act.

Police Team's Action

The successful operation was led by Hafizganj Station House Officer Santosh Kumar, along with Sub-Inspector Akash Kumar and other police personnel. The accused, Rizwan, is currently undergoing legal proceedings to be presented before the court.

Ongoing Investigation

The police are continuing their investigation to identify any potential accomplices or other members of the gang involved in such activities.