Khairtal Police arrest 2 Muslim men for conducting cow smuggling operation, free two cows
Alwar, Rajasthan, India 
8 July, 2024
Case Summary
The Khairthal police in Rajasthan arrested two individuals involved in cow smuggling and freed two cows, which were sent to a cowshed. Acting on a tip-off, the police team intercepted the suspects near a pond in Kanhadka village. The accused were caught transporting the cows in a pickup vehicle. A case has been registered, and the police have begun an investigation. The accused, identified as Irfan and Asgar, were apprehended on July 9, 2024 and will be presented in court for remand to uncover further details about the smuggling operation.
Why it is Hate Crime ?
The cow is considered sacred in the Hindu religion. Often, cows are slaughtered by non-Hindu perpetrators as a mark of insult to the Hindu faith. There have been several documented cases throughout history where cow slaughter is used as a method to insult the Hindu faith, convert Hindus (by force-feeding beef) and desecrate temples. In all cases of cow slaughter, there is a suspicion of religious animosity against Hindus working as a motivating factor, however, in the absence of any concrete indication, this case is being categorized as 'undecided'. If more details emerge, it would be added to the hate crime database.
Case Status
Arrested
Perpetrators Details
Perpetrators
Muslim Extremists
Perpetrators Range
From 2 To 5
Perpetrators Gender
male
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