Jammu Police crack down on gambling: four notorious gamblers apprehended by Police Station R.S Pura .Playing cards and stake money recovered*
Jammu,
26.06.2025
In a decisive action against illegal gambling, a Police team from Police Station R.S Pura apprehended four notorious gamblers during a raid at Gandhi Park, R.S Pura during last night . The accused were caught red-handed while engaging in gambling in an open space.The arrested individuals have been identified as
- Bushan lal S/O prab dayal R/O kapoorpur tehsil R S Pura
2.Romesh Kumar S/O Raj kumar R/O W No 7 R S Pura 3. Jatinder Singh S/O Ratan Singh R/O Satriyan
4.Ajay kumar S/O Ram Dass R/O Satriyan ,Their activities had been under police surveillance, leading to this successful operation.
During the raid, the police recovered ₹14500/- in gambling stakes (Tikdi) and a set of playing cards from the accused. They have been booked under Section 13 of the Gambling Act, and further investigations are underway to trace any larger network involved in gambling activities.
This action reaffirms the commitment of Jammu Police to curb illegal activities and maintain public order. Police authorities urge citizens to report such unlawful practices to ensure a safer environment for the community.
Jammu Police remains dedicated to upholding the rule of law and ensuring a crime-free society. Strict action will continue against those involved in illegal activities, and the police seek active cooperation from the public to maintain peace and security in the region.
