Published Jan 24, 2023 | 4:39 PM ⚊ Updated Jan 24, 2023 | 4:39 PM
Man arrested for storing 500 kg rotten chicken for supplying to eateries in Kochi. Representational Image. (fotofrog)
A man was arrested for storing around 500 kg of rotten frozen chicken meant to be supplied to hotels and bakeries in the city, the police said on Tuesday, 24 January.
The cops said the accused, Junaise, was taken into custody from his hideout at Ponnani in the Malappuram district.
“We took him into custody on Monday and recorded his arrest early this morning,” the police said.
The accused had brought the rotten meat from Tamil Nadu for distribution to hotels and bakeries.
“He has been doing this business for the past two years. We are currently interrogating him for more details,” the police said.
The Kalamassery Municipality earlier said complaints were received from several residents that meat was being stored in freezers at the house in question and a foul smell was emanating from there.
On 12 January, the house was raided and chicken from two freezers, ingredients and equipment used for roasting chicken and “shawarma” were seized.
The municipal authorities said the establishment was being run without a licence by Junaise and the meat was stored there for supply to restaurants and eateries in Ernakulam for making roasted chicken, “shawai” (grilled chicken) and the popular Mid-Eastern delicacy shawarma.
The state has been taking stern action against eateries that fail to maintain hygiene and cleanliness after a nurse in the Kottayam district died after having a non-vegetarian dish from a local restaurant.
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