Main accused in sand mining gang arrested in Aluva

Aluva police arrested Rishad (36), a key member of the sand mining gang, from Othupallipparambu, Chengamanad Thuruthi. Rishad was apprehended on Sunday morning near Mahilalayam bridge while attempting to transport sand from Periyar to Kollam. He is involved in seven similar cases registered at Aluva, Nedumpassery, and Cheranallur police stations. The accused was taken into custody and remanded by the court.