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Latur Police Bust Gambling Racket, Detain 27

Latur police crack down on gambling, seize ₹17.84 lakh worth assets. 27 detained.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 13 August 2026 at 09:34 am
Latur Police Bust Gambling Racket, Detain 27

In a major crackdown on illegal gambling activities, the Latur police have detained 27 individuals and seized cash, mobile phones, and vehicles valued at ₹17.84 lakh. The raids were conducted at three locations in the Latur district of Maharashtra.

The police action was part of a drive to curb illegal activities in the region. A special team from the Nanded police range carried out the raids, which resulted in the detention of six persons at a premises near a restaurant in the Shivajinagar police station limits. The team found a matka betting operation in progress and seized ₹12,610 in cash and three mobile phones valued at ₹19,000.

In another raid, the police detained nine persons allegedly involved in a betting operation at a premises near the New Renapur Naka area in the Vivekanand Chowk police station limits. The police seized ₹19,350 in cash and five mobile phones valued at ₹42,000.

The third raid was conducted at a farm in the Ahmedpur police station area, where the police detained 12 persons allegedly involved in gambling. The police seized ₹37,320 in cash, 12 mobile phones, two cars, and five motorcycles valued at ₹16.91 lakh.

The Latur police have also launched a 'Khabar' helpline to encourage people to report illegal businesses and gambling activities. The helpline is expected to help the police in their efforts to curb illegal activities in the region.

The crackdown on gambling activities is a significant step towards maintaining law and order in the Latur district. The police action is also expected to serve as a deterrent to those involved in illegal activities.

The seizures made by the police are valued at ₹17.84 lakh, which includes cash, mobile phones, cars, and motorcycles. The detained individuals are being questioned by the police, and further action is expected to be taken against them.

The Latur police have appealed to the public to report any illegal activities in the region, and have assured that all information received will be treated as confidential. The police are committed to maintaining law and order in the region, and are taking all necessary steps to curb illegal activities.

The crackdown on gambling activities is a positive step towards creating a safer and more secure environment for the residents of Latur. The police action is expected to have a significant impact on the region, and is likely to be welcomed by the local community.

In conclusion, the Latur police have taken a significant step towards curbing illegal activities in the region. The detention of 27 individuals and the seizure of assets valued at ₹17.84 lakh are a major achievement for the police, and are expected to serve as a deterrent to those involved in illegal activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is the 'Khabar' helpline?

The 'Khabar' helpline is a service launched by the Latur police to encourage people to report illegal businesses and gambling activities.

How much was seized in the raids?

The police seized ₹17.84 lakh worth of cash, mobile phones, cars, and motorcycles.

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