Police caution against sale of banned lottery tickets in Chittoor
The police in Chittoor held a counselling session for individuals previously caught selling banned lottery tickets. Deputy Superintendent of Police J. Venkatanarayana emphasized the legal consequences of such activities and urged participants to pursue lawful means of income. The police are increasing efforts to combat illegal lottery networks and other unlawful activities in the community.
- ▪The police conducted a counselling session for 18 individuals involved in selling banned lottery tickets.
- ▪Deputy Superintendent of Police J. Venkatanarayana warned about the legal consequences of illegal lottery sales.
- ▪The police are intensifying efforts to eliminate unlawful lottery networks and other illegal activities.
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The police on Saturday conducted a special counselling session for 18 individuals who had previously been booked for selling banned lottery tickets in Chittoor Municipal Corporation limits and surrounding villages.Chittoor Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) J. Venkatanarayana counselled the attendees to stay away from illegal activities and to reform and adopt lawful means of livelihood. “The sale of lottery tickets prohibited by the State government is a punishable offence and often results in serious financial, social, and legal consequences for those involved,” the official said.The police officer cautioned that any future involvement in the sale of illegal lottery tickets would invite stringent legal action.
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