Three Arrested in Morena After Police Seize Liquor and Pistol from Thar
Morena police seized a Mahindra Thar loaded with illicit liquor and a country-made pistol, leading to the arrest of three individuals.
In a swift crackdown on illegal smuggling, the Porsa police in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, arrested three individuals after intercepting a Mahindra Thar loaded with contraband. The operation, which took place near the Jotaipura Road bypass bridge, resulted in the seizure of a significant quantity of illicit liquor and a country-made firearm.
The High-Stakes Interception
The police action was triggered by a precise tip-off received on the morning of October 11. Acting on the intelligence, law enforcement officers set up a checkpoint to intercept the suspicious vehicle. When the Mahindra Thar was stopped, officers conducted a thorough search of the vehicle, uncovering a stash of illegal goods hidden inside.
The search revealed the following items:
- Illicit Liquor: 10 crates containing approximately 500 quarters of country-made plain liquor, totaling roughly 90 liters.
- Firearm: A .315 bore country-made pistol, commonly known as a katta, which was found concealed under the driver's seat.
- Ammunition: Four live cartridges discovered inside a bag within the vehicle.
Significant Financial Seizure
The total value of the confiscated items and the vehicle is estimated to be approximately ₹15.55 lakh. The breakdown of the seized assets includes:
- The Mahindra Thar: ₹15 lakh
- The illicit liquor: ₹50,000
- The weapon and ammunition: ₹5,000
Legal Action and Ongoing Investigation
Upon being questioned, the three suspects were unable to produce any valid licenses or legal documentation for the possession of the firearm or the transportation of the liquor. Consequently, the Porsa police have registered a formal case against them.
The accused are facing charges under Section 34(2) of the Excise Act and Sections 25 and 27 of the Arms Act. Authorities are now working to unravel the larger network behind this operation, focusing on determining the original source of the illicit liquor and the intended destination of the smuggling shipment.