Aurangabad Police Smash Mini Liquor Factory; 38 Nabbed in Massive Raid
Aurangabad Police launched a massive 24-hour operation, busting a mini liquor factory and arresting 38 people for crime and prohibition laws.
In a sweeping 24-hour operation designed to cleanse the district of illegal activities, the Aurangabad Police crackdown has resulted in the arrest of 38 individuals and the dismantling of a clandestine liquor production unit. The intensive campaign, detailed in a press release by the Superintendent of Police on Friday, targeted both the illicit alcohol trade and various serious criminal offenses.
Mini Liquor Factory Busted
The highlight of the operation took place in Mufassil, where authorities uncovered a mini liquor factory. Acting on intelligence, police registered case number 515/26 and arrested a man identified as Deepu Kumar, son of the late Pradeep Singh and a resident of Jagdishpur.
During the raid on the facility, police seized a significant cache of contraband and equipment, including:
- 301.60 liters of country-made liquor.
- 80 liters of spirit.
- A liquor distillation machine.
- 500 empty bottles and 500 labels.
Massive Liquor Seizures Across the District
Beyond the factory bust, the police continued their assault on the bootlegging network across different jurisdictions. In a separate operation under the Mali police station (case number 205/26), officers seized 423 liters of Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL).
Further arrests were made in the Pauthu police station area, where Rahul Kumar and Mahendra Prajapati were apprehended while in possession of 4 liters of country-made liquor. In total, the police recovered 808.60 liters of illicit alcohol during the 24-hour window.
Crackdown on Violent Crime and Robbery
While prohibition was a primary focus, the operation also targeted violent offenders. Among the 38 arrests, 31 individuals were detained for various criminal cases, including a suspect arrested for attempted murder.
In a specific breakthrough under the Kasma police station (case number 87/26), police arrested Anil Yadav, son of Narayan Yadav from Kiya Khap in Rafiganj, in connection with a robbery case.
Traffic Enforcement and Legal Actions
The police also intensified their presence on the roads to deter criminal movement. A massive vehicle inspection drive saw 1,149 vehicles checked, resulting in the collection of 27,500 rupees in fines.
Furthermore, the legal machinery was put into full motion with the execution of 23 arrest warrants and the issuance of two property attachment orders.
The Road Ahead
Out of the 38 people detained during the operation, 14 have already been sent to judicial custody. The Superintendent of Police has made it clear that this is not a one-time event, asserting that the district-wide campaign against crime and the illegal liquor trade will continue with full force.