Cattle smuggling foiled in Siliguri, 42 cows rescued
Siliguri, West Bengal, India 
27 February, 2025
Case Summary
Police from Bidhannagar Investigation Center in Phansidewa, Siliguri, foiled a cattle smuggling attempt, rescuing 42 cows and buffaloes. The animals were being transported in a truck when police intercepted the vehicle near Bidhannagar. Two individuals involved in the smuggling operation were arrested. Authorities are investigating further to uncover any larger network behind the illegal transport. The rescued cattle were moved to a safe location.
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 categorised as Undecided. If more details emerge, it would be added to the Hate Crime Database.
Case Status
Arrested
Perpetrators Details
Perpetrators
Unknown
Perpetrators Range
From 2 To 5
Perpetrators Gender
male
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