Liquor Smugglers Attack Police Team in Masaurhi; Sub-Inspector and Three Women Police Personnel Injured, Three Arrested, Case Registered Against 26
Patna: A serious incident of violence against the police has been reported from Masaurhi subdivision in Patna district, where alleged liquor smugglers attacked a police team during a raid against the illegal liquor trade. A Sub-Inspector and three women police personnel sustained injuries in the attack. Following the incident, tension briefly prevailed in the area. The police have arrested three accused persons and registered a case against 26 individuals under various sections of the law. Raids are continuing to apprehend the remaining suspects.
According to officials, the incident took place in Lahsuna village under the Masaurhi subdivision. The police had received information about the alleged manufacture and sale of illicit liquor in the area. Acting on the tip-off, a police team reached the village to conduct a search and take legal action. During the operation, a group of people allegedly opposed the police action, and the situation quickly turned tense.
Eyewitnesses said that the protesters allegedly pushed and assaulted the police personnel, and some reportedly resorted to stone-pelting. During the sudden attack, a Sub-Inspector and three women police officers suffered injuries. The injured personnel were immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where they received primary medical treatment. Doctors said that their condition is currently stable.
After receiving information about the attack, additional police forces from Masaurhi and nearby police stations rushed to the spot. Senior police officials also visited the scene to assess the situation and issue necessary instructions. The deployment of additional security personnel helped restore normalcy in the area.
Police arrested three people from the scene, and they are currently being questioned. Officials said that the preliminary investigation has yielded important leads regarding the alleged illegal liquor network. Based on the interrogation of the arrested suspects, efforts are underway to identify and apprehend other individuals involved.
According to the police, an FIR has been registered against a total of 26 people. The case includes charges related to assaulting police personnel, obstructing government officials in the discharge of their duties, physical assault, damaging government property, and other relevant provisions of law. Police teams are conducting continuous raids at various locations to arrest the absconding accused.
Senior police officials have made it clear that strict legal action will be taken against those found responsible for attacking law enforcement personnel or obstructing official duties. They emphasized that maintaining law and order is the responsibility of the police and that such acts of violence will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
Following the incident, security has been tightened in the area. Additional police personnel have been deployed at sensitive locations to prevent any further disturbances. The police have also appealed to local residents to maintain peace and cooperate with the ongoing investigation.
The Bihar Police and the Excise Department have been conducting continuous operations against the illegal liquor trade across the state. Regular raids are carried out to curb the manufacture, storage, transportation, and sale of illicit liquor. Officials noted that enforcement teams occasionally face resistance and attacks during such operations, but the campaign against illegal liquor will continue without interruption.
Local residents said that the atmosphere in the village remained tense for some time after the incident. However, the situation returned to normal following the arrival of additional police forces. The administration has urged people not to pay attention to rumors and to help maintain peace and public order.
Legal experts say that if the allegations of assaulting police personnel and obstructing government work are established during the investigation, the accused could face serious legal consequences. The investigation into the alleged illegal liquor business is also continuing separately.
Meanwhile, the police have reiterated that their campaign against illicit liquor will continue in the future. Officials stated that regular enforcement drives will be conducted to ensure effective implementation of the state's prohibition law, and strict action will be taken against anyone found violating the law. They also emphasized that attacks on police personnel will not be tolerated.
At present, the situation in Lahsuna village is reported to be under control. The injured police personnel are receiving medical treatment, while the investigation is progressing based on the interrogation of the arrested suspects. Police officials said that efforts to arrest the remaining accused are continuing and that appropriate legal action will be taken once the investigation is completed.
The incident has once again highlighted the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies while conducting operations against the illegal liquor trade. The administration has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the law strictly and taking firm action against those responsible for attacking police personnel or engaging in illegal activities.
