Gumla, July 4 -- Gumla police seized a truck carrying 1020 cartons of beer late Thursday night at Puggu Bypass.
The truck, bearing registration number UP25CT-2916, was intercepted based on a tip-off received by the Superintendent of Police, Gumla. Acting on the input, a police team led by SDPO Gumla began vehicle checking operations at the bypass around 10:25 PM.
During the operation, the truck was seen approaching from the Gumla side toward Ranchi. When signalled to stop, the driver attempted to flee. The vehicle was chased and stopped by the police.
On questioning, the driver and his associate claimed the truck was loaded with cotton but could not produce any supporting documents. They were identified as Akbar Khan, age 21, son of Gul...