Gangolli, August 17, 2025: On August 15, 2025, at 4:30 PM, Gangolli police, under the leadership of PSI Pavan Nayak, conducted a raid in a public place near Balehitlu in Harkuru village, following a tip-off from beat constable Mallappa about illegal card gambling. The operation, carried out with staff in the presence of witnesses, led to the arrest of three individuals:
- Chittaranjan (53)
- Mahabal Kuppayya Poojari (56)
- Ganesh Ganiga (55)
Three others, identified as Chandra, Rajendra Devadiga, and Balaraj, fled the scene during the raid. The police seized ₹6,220 in cash, 52 playing cards of various types, and one polythene sheet used for the gambling activity. A case has been registered at Gangolli Police Station under Crime No. 87/2025, Section 87 of the Karnataka Police Act. Further investigations are ongoing to apprehend the absconding individuals.
