Oil Theft Bid In Digboi Foiled by Assam Police, 1 Arrested
Guwahati: Assam’s once-thriving crude oil theft racket appears to be back in business after Tinsukia police foiled an attempt on Wednesday night.
As per the information received, the police were able to seize an oil tanker truck with the registration number “AS-06-AC-1691” that had been utilised in the heist at Makun Bypass Road.
After a brief cat and mouse chase, the truck was intercepted and seized as it was travelling towards Digboi.
The driver of the truck, identified as Buddhi Das, was taken into custody for questioning.
An investigation to unearth further linkages is underway.