New Delhi, Sept. 12 -- The Delhi Police has arrested five individuals for illegally transporting the illicit liquour to Delhi from Faridabad, said officials on Friday. They have also seized 42 cartons containing 1,990 quarters of illicit liquor, 24 bottles of beer, and three camels used in the illegal transportation.

The operation was conducted after the team laid a trap and soon spotted the accused approaching on camels. Acting swiftly, the suspects were intercepted, leading to the seizure of 42 cartons of illicit liquor and 24 bottles of beer. All five individuals were arrested on the spot.

The camels employed in the smuggling attempt were rescued and are being handed over to animal welfare agencies in coordination with the relevant a...