June 14th 2024.
In Kendrapara, a recent incident has led to the arrest of two individuals by the Mahakalapada Forest Range authorities. Among the arrested was a senior citizen, who has been accused of poaching a wild boar. This act is considered a serious offense and the poachers have been charged under the Wildlife Protection Act.
The accused were presented before the local court on Friday and were subsequently sent to judicial custody. During the arrest, the forest personnel also managed to seize a wild boar weighing around 50 kg, along with a chopper and a meat-cutting instrument from the perpetrators. According to Nalinikanta Behera, the Ranger of Mahakalapada Forest Range, these items were used by the accused to carry out their illegal activity.
It has been revealed that the two culprits had killed the wild boar in order to sell its meat at Barajabahakuda village. However, their plans were foiled when a forest team led by Ranger Behera conducted a surprise raid. The team was successful in apprehending the suspects while they were attempting to distribute the wild boar meat at the back of a local resident's house, Mr. Samal.
As per protocol, the seized meat was sent for an autopsy and was later buried within the Mahakalapada Forest Range. This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting and preserving our wildlife. The authorities have taken strict action against the offenders, sending a strong message that such illegal activities will not be tolerated.
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