- NET Web Desk
A betting ring has been busted in Assam’s Nagaon District for illegally betting on ongoing matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 Cricket event.
The Nagaon Police raided a betting spot in Katimari Grant Area and apprehended six gamblers for alleged involvement into the IPL betting ring.
This illicit operation was carried-out from Abdul Rahman’s residence, who has now been apprehended.
Meanwhile, the cops discovered a big amount of cash and cellphones. Surprisingly, one of the detainees is a staff member of Nagaon’s special prison.
“We recovered a television, betting sheets and cellphones; where they took calls for bets. Meanwhile, a total of Rs 2 lakhs in cash has also been confiscated from the squad.” – the authorities were notified.