Udupi: Two persons have been arrested by the Hiriyadka Police for allegedly stealing a calf from Perdoor village and attempting to sell it to a slaughterhouse, officials said. The incident has once again brought focus on the enforcement of the Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Act, 2020 in the coastal district.
The accused have been identified as Raghavendra, 36, a resident of Padigara, and Sudheendra Shetty alias Babu, 36, from Kunjadakatte in Perdoor.
Calf Allegedly Stolen from Field Near Temple
Police allege that the accused attempted to transport the animal in an autorickshaw with the intention of selling it to a local slaughterhouse. Acting on information, officers intercepted the vehicle and took both individuals into custody.
Case Registered Under the Cattle Protection Law
A formal case has been registered under Sections 5 and 12 of the Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Act, 2020, which prohibits cattle slaughter and regulates their sale, transport and preservation within the state.
Accused Remanded, Probe Continues
Both accused were produced before a local court and have been remanded to 15 days of judicial custody. Police officials stated that further investigation is underway to ascertain whether additional individuals were involved and to determine the broader circumstances surrounding the incident.
