Valsad LCB Nets 2 ‘Most Wanted’ Bootleggers with ₹8.22 Lakh Liquor Haul; 6-Year Run from Law Ends in Jail
Breaking News: In a major crackdown on the illegal liquor trade, the Valsad Local Crime Branch (LCB) has achieved a significant breakthrough.
Two notorious bootleggers, who had been successfully dodging the police for years, were finally trapped in a high-stakes operation. The duo was caught red-handed while transporting a massive consignment of foreign liquor worth ₹8.22 Lakh.
The arrest has sent shockwaves through the underground network, as these were not ordinary criminals. One of the accused had been “Wanted” for 6 long years, constantly changing locations to evade capture.
However, the eagle eyes of the Valsad LCB finally spotted them, bringing their illegal run to a screeching halt.
Sensational Operation on Dhamdachi Highway
The success of this operation lies in the precise intelligence gathering of the Valsad LCB. The police had received a specific tip-off that a large quantity of foreign liquor was being smuggled from the Maharashtra-Silvassa border towards Surat in an Eicher Tempo.
Acting swiftly on this input, the LCB team set up a strategic watch near Piru Faliya on the Dhamdachi Highway.
The police maintained a strict vigil on every vehicle passing through the route. As soon as the Eicher tempo matching the description arrived, the LCB team surrounded it, leaving no room for escape.
End of a 6-Year Chase: The Wanted History
The identity of the arrested individuals makes this case particularly significant.
- Ravi Kedarsingh Thakur: Originally from the Banda district of Uttar Pradesh, Ravi is a hardened criminal. He had been Wanted for 6 years in connection with a serious offense registered at the Songadh Police Station. For half a decade, he had managed to slip through the police dragnet.
- Vivekmary Braman: A 21-year-old resident of Silvassa. He, too, was a fugitive, having been Wanted for 1 year in a prohibition case registered at the Valsad Rural Police Station.
Arresting both these “slippery” criminals in a single stroke is being hailed as a masterstroke by the Valsad Police.
Liquor Worth ₹8.22 Lakhs Seized
Upon searching the Eicher tempo, the police uncovered a hidden treasure trove of illegal alcohol. The bootleggers had cleverly concealed the contraband to avoid detection at check posts.
The LCB recovered a total of 2,292 bottles of foreign liquor. The estimated market value of this seized stock is ₹8.22 Lakh.
In addition to the alcohol, the police also seized the Eicher tempo used for the crime. The total value of the seized assets (Mudda-Maal) runs into lakhs, dealing a severe financial blow to the liquor mafia.
Destination Surat: The Inter-State Nexus
Primary interrogation revealed that the consignment was destined for Surat. Bootleggers often use Valsad as a transit point to feed the demand in major cities of South Gujarat.
The police are now investigating the backward and forward linkages of this crime.
- Source: Who supplied this massive stock in Silvassa?
- Receiver: Who was the intended recipient in Surat?
The involvement of Ravi Thakur from UP suggests an inter-state alliance of criminals working together to breach Gujarat’s prohibition laws.
UP-Silvassa Connection Exposed
The profile of the accused highlights a dangerous trend. Ravi Thakur, despite being from Uttar Pradesh, had established deep roots in the liquor network of Gujarat and Silvassa.
Vivekmary, operating from the Union Territory of Silvassa, facilitated the transport. This collaboration between local handlers and out-of-state criminals is a challenge that the Valsad Police is now tackling head-on.
LCB Strike Instills Fear in Bootleggers
The arrest of a bootlegger who had been on the run for six years has shattered the confidence of other criminals in the district. It sends a clear message: No matter how long you run, the law will catch up.
The Valsad Police have registered a new case against both accused. They will now face trial for the fresh seizure as well as for the old crimes they were wanted for.
Dhamdachi: The Smuggling Route
The location of the arrest, Dhamdachi Piru Faliya, is crucial. Smugglers often try to bypass main highway checks by using internal routes near villages.
However, the LCB’s strategic deployment proved that the police are aware of these “chor-rastas” (secret routes). The successful interception has been appreciated by the local residents, who often feel unsafe due to the movement of such anti-social elements.
Conclusion: No Escape from Valsad Police
In conclusion, this operation is a testament to the vigilance of the Valsad Police. Catching 2,292 bottles before they could reach the streets of Surat is a major victory for law enforcement.
The “game of hide and seek” that Ravi Thakur played for six years is finally over. He and his accomplice are now behind bars, where they belong.
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