Champawat Police said personnel recovered ₹1,17,000 in Indian currency during checking at the Banbasa border. The cash was found in a Scorpio-N vehicle described as suspicious during the inspection.
The action was carried out under the direction of the Superintendent of Police. Police questioned the vehicle driver after the required documents could not be presented.
Vehicle and cash handed to Customs
Following the questioning, police handed over both the recovered cash and the vehicle to the Customs Department. The matter has been sent for further legal action, according to the police account.
The available information does not establish the source or intended use of the money. It records the recovery, the driver’s inability to present the required documents and the subsequent transfer of the cash and vehicle to Customs.
Conclusion
The verified development is the recovery of ₹1,17,000 from a suspected Scorpio-N at the Banbasa border and its handover, along with the vehicle, to the Customs Department for further legal action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where was the cash recovered?
The cash was recovered during checking at the Banbasa border.
Q. How much money was recovered?
Police recovered ₹1,17,000 in Indian currency.
Q. What vehicle was involved?
The vehicle was a Scorpio-N.
Q. Why was the driver questioned?
The driver was questioned after failing to present the required documents.
Q. Which department received the cash and vehicle?
The Customs Department received them for further legal action.
