Two Arrested for Smuggling Toddy Ahead of Elections in Chennai
Two held for smuggling toddy in a car in Madhavaram
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Two men were arrested in Madhavaram, Chennai, for smuggling six litres of toddy during a vehicle check by an election flying squad. The contraband was seized, and the suspects were identified as Krishnamoorthy and Vadivel, with the toddy reportedly sourced from Andhra Pradesh.
- 01Two men arrested for smuggling toddy in Chennai.
- 02Six litres of toddy were found in their car.
- 03The incident occurred during election inspections.
- 04The accused sourced the toddy from Andhra Pradesh.
- 05A case was registered under the BNS Act.
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In a recent operation in Madhavaram, Chennai, police arrested two men for smuggling six litres of toddy during a vehicle check conducted by an election flying squad. The incident took place near the Madhavaram Chinna Roundabout, where police were inspecting vehicles to curb the movement of illegal cash and prohibited items ahead of the assembly elections. The suspects, identified as Krishnamoorthy (29) and Vadivel (38), were found with the contraband, which was reportedly procured from Andhra Pradesh. Following the seizure, both men were handed over to the Madhavaram police, and a case was registered under the BNS Act.
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This incident highlights law enforcement's efforts to maintain order and prevent illegal activities during the election period, ensuring a fair electoral process.
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