Muzaffarnagar: Police have arrested 13 alleged members of an organised gang involved in illegal cow slaughter and meat distribution in Muzaffarnagar under the Gangsters Act. The arrested individuals include two women who, according to investigators, allegedly played active roles in the network by monitoring police movements, selling meat door-to-door and helping transport cattle.
Addressing a press conference at the Police Lines auditorium, SP City Amrit Jain said the gang had been operating in an organised manner and was allegedly involved in cow slaughter incidents in the area since 2024.
The investigation has also identified the alleged involvement of Seema, wife of Inam, and Baby alias Shabana, both residents of Bagowali village. Police allege that the two women worked alongside the male members of the syndicate and were assigned specific responsibilities.
What Role Did the Women Allegedly Play?
According to police, the women monitored police movements and activities to alert other gang members before possible raids. They were also allegedly involved in selling meat from house to house and transporting cattle from one location to another.
Investigators said their responsibilities extended beyond providing assistance, forming part of the alleged operational structure of the syndicate.
All 13 Wanted Accused Arrested
New Mandi Police carried out the operation on November 14, 2026, arresting 13 wanted members of the alleged gang.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Seema, Baby alias Shabana, Salman, Pallu alias Wamish, Kallu alias Irshad, Wasim, Danish, Shahid, Alim, Enna alias Sonu alias Kallim, Nadeem alias Shakeel, Mulla alias Mahmood and Gulbahar.
Police Begin Process to Identify and Attach Properties
Police said several members of the gang have criminal histories. Investigators have also received information suggesting that properties were acquired through the alleged illegal trade.
Authorities are now identifying such assets and initiating the legal process for their attachment under the Gangsters Act.
Police said the alleged division of responsibilities within the syndicate has emerged as an important aspect of the investigation. Further inquiries are underway to establish the full extent of the gang’s criminal network and trace properties allegedly acquired through illegal activities.
Reported by: Rohit
