Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 15 April 2024
In a concerted effort to combat the sale of illicit liquor, the Central Crime Station conducted special excise raids from April 6th to April 14th, 2024. Led by a team comprising Head Constables Sanjit Madhu, Sanjay Kujur, S. Baroi, Constables K. Rajendran, N. Thangaraj, Amos George, Y. Srinivas Rao, Chandran, and PC Kavita Dutta, the police operation resulted in the seizure of 151 bottles of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and 36 bottles of beer from the possession of seven bootleggers.
The individuals involved in the illegal activity were promptly arrested, and cases under section 32 Reg. III of 1876 have been registered against them at the Central Crime Station police station.
The raids were carried out under the command of Mr. Kumar Abhishek, Deputy Superintendent of Police (CID), with overall supervision from Mr. Rajeev Ranjan, IPS, Superintendent of Police (CID).
In a bid to further involve the public in the fight against illicit activities, authorities have urged citizens to report any credible information regarding the illegal sale or possession of alcohol or any other illicit activity. The public can reach out with information through the following telephone numbers: 100, 232586, 233307, 9434280100. Informants can rest assured that their identities will be kept confidential.
This crackdown reflects the commitment of law enforcement agencies to maintain law and order and ensure the safety and well-being of the community.