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Gurugram police bust interstate liquor racket; six held in case
Gurugram police busted an interstate liquor smuggling racket transporting 200 cartons of illegal foreign liquor to Ahmedabad. The raid began with the interception of a truck on April 13, leading to two arrests and an FIR; three more accused were arrested on April 24, bringing the total to six, with court proceedings beginning on April 25.
Why It Matters
The case highlights cross-state illegal liquor smuggling and the police work involved in tracing a supply chain, from initial interception to coordinated arrests and ongoing investigations.
Timeline
3 Events
Six suspects produced before Gurugram district court; investigation continues
April 25, 2026
All six accused were produced before the Gurugram district court. Police said further investigation is underway to identify the source of the liquor and trace other members of the supply chain.
Three more accused arrested; police identify additional suspect involved in transport coordination
April 24, 2026
Based on initial questioning, police identified another suspect involved in coordinating the transport. On Friday, April 24, 2026, a Crime Branch team from Sector 17 arrested three more accused, all in their 30s and residents of Nuh district. Investigators said one had arranged the vehicle and coordinated movement, another had facilitated loading of the liquor, and the third had assisted in executing the operation. They were reportedly to be paid ₹500 per carton upon delivery.
Interception of truck near Bilaspur industrial area leads to initial arrests
April 13, 2026
A truck intercepted near the Bilaspur industrial area was found carrying around 200 cartons of illegal foreign liquor concealed between sacks of rice to evade detection. Two men, aged 22 and 23, were apprehended. An FIR was registered at Bilaspur police station under Sections 61, 72 and 78 of the Haryana Excise Act for unlawful possession and transport of liquor. The accused said they were hired to transport the consignment from Gurugram to Ahmedabad and would be paid ₹20,000 on delivery.