(IN): Tiger and Leopard Skins Seized in Kerala

July 12, 2007

*Message from WPSI >>

Tiger and Leopard Skins Seized in Kerala

*11 July 2007

Two tiger skins were seized by the Kerala Forest Department on 7 July 2007

in Palakkad Division. Two men have been arrested and produced before the

Judicial Magistrate First Class in Pattambi. Three others are absconding.

The raid was led by Shri Srivalsan, DFO Flying Squad at Kozhikkod, and a

vehicle was also seized.

The larger of the two tiger skins was damaged with evidence of wounds made

with a sharp weapon on the chest and the head was smashed in. The other

skin, which appears to be of a subadult tiger, was unmarked. Three fake

tiger skins were also seized.

A leopard skin and other wildlife goods were also seized on 5 July 2007 in

Kottayam by the Kerala Police. Three men were arrested. Investigations are

in progress.

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Tel: (Int+ 91.11) 4163.5920 & 4163.5921

Fax: (Int+ 91.11) 4163.5924

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