Guwahati, Aug. 23 -- In a major breakthrough against animal smuggling, Golaghat Police on Friday night intercepted a vehicle near the 3rd Gate under Dergaon Police Station.

They rescued 23 dogs that were being illegally transported to a slaughter house, police confirmed on Saturday.

The late-night Friday operation followed specific intelligence inputs.

It also lead to the arrest of two accused and the seizure of the vehicle used in the crime.

According to officials, the dogs were crammed inside the vehicle under extremely inhumane conditions and were meant to be supplied for the illegal meat trade.

Confirming the development on Saturday, a senior police officer said, "Our team acted on time and saved the lives of 23 dogs from being b...