The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly elections are just around the corner, with voting scheduled for November 20. In preparation for the elections, law enforcement and investigative agencies are vigilantly monitoring all activities across the state. Amidst the heightened scrutiny, Mumbai's police have made a significant bust, discovering 8,476 kilograms of silver in a truck, estimated to be worth approximately 80 crore rupees. Such a staggering amount of silver has understandably put law enforcement and investigative agencies on high alert, as special attention is being paid to the movement of cash and illegal assets in the run-up to the elections in Maharashtra.
The incident unfolded near the Vashi check post, where the Mankhurd Police had set up a blockade. As part of their routine checks, police teams were examining vehicles passing through the area. On Friday night, a suspicious tempo truck drew attention as it crossed the Vashi checkpoint.
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On a hunch, the police halted the vehicle for a thorough inspection. During the search, an enormous stash of silver was discovered, leaving even seasoned officers astounded. Weighing the silver revealed a total of 8,476 kilograms, with an estimated market value close to 80 crores.
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Following this revelation, the responsible authorities interrogated the truck driver, placing him under custody. Immediately, the police informed both the Income Tax Department and the Election Commission's teams. Investigators from these entities are now striving to identify the true owner of the silver.
Source: aajtak
Preliminary investigations indicate a suspicion that this silver was being transported illegally, potentially to be employed in the electoral environment. Teams from the Income Tax Department and the Election Commission have launched a full-scale investigation to ascertain whether there is any legitimate documentation for the silver.
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Police authorities have made it clear that they intend to crack down on the trafficking of illicit assets. The incident has fueled discussions in the locality, with residents demanding more transparency in the electoral process. Police have sternly stated that if the silver's owner fails to produce proper documentation, the asset will be confiscated.
