A 30-year-old man from Pooluvapatti near Coimbatore was arrested on Wednesday for possessing two country-made bombs used by poachers to hunt wild animals. The crude explosives were found at his residence during a search operation.
Coimbatore: In a crackdown on illegal poaching activities, a 30-year-old man from Pooluvapatti near Coimbatore was arrested on Wednesday for possessing country-made bombs. These crude explosives are typically used by poachers to hunt wild animals in the region.
The accused, identified as Ramasamy, was apprehended following a joint operation by the Forest Department staff from Madukkarai range and Pooluvapatti Village Administrative Officer Gomathy. Acting on specific information, the officials conducted a search at Ramasamy's residence in Vellimedu, Pooluvapatti, where they discovered two country-made bombs.
Upon uncovering the illegal explosives, the Forest Department immediately alerted the Alandurai police. Sub-Inspector Kaviarasu of the Alandurai police station confirmed the arrest, stating that Ramasamy was promptly produced before a magistrate and remanded to judicial custody.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by local authorities in combating wildlife poaching in the region. The use of such crude explosives not only poses a threat to the local fauna but also endangers the lives of residents in the vicinity.
The arrest serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement agencies in preserving the local ecosystem and wildlife. Authorities continue to urge citizens to report any suspicious activities related to poaching or the possession of illegal explosives to help maintain the safety and biodiversity of the area.
The accused, identified as Ramasamy, was apprehended following a joint operation by the Forest Department staff from Madukkarai range and Pooluvapatti Village Administrative Officer Gomathy. Acting on specific information, the officials conducted a search at Ramasamy's residence in Vellimedu, Pooluvapatti, where they discovered two country-made bombs.
Upon uncovering the illegal explosives, the Forest Department immediately alerted the Alandurai police. Sub-Inspector Kaviarasu of the Alandurai police station confirmed the arrest, stating that Ramasamy was promptly produced before a magistrate and remanded to judicial custody.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by local authorities in combating wildlife poaching in the region. The use of such crude explosives not only poses a threat to the local fauna but also endangers the lives of residents in the vicinity.
The arrest serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement agencies in preserving the local ecosystem and wildlife. Authorities continue to urge citizens to report any suspicious activities related to poaching or the possession of illegal explosives to help maintain the safety and biodiversity of the area.