A Sambar deer poaching incident in the Kudremukh Reserve Forest has raised concerns, with locals alleging that ten individuals were involved, though cases have been registered against only two.
Incident Details:
- Date: October 28, 2024
- Location: Houthottu, Kutlur village, Belthangady taluk
- The deer was allegedly butchered at Sandesh Poojary’s house and the meat sold at Radhakrishna Poojary’s chicken shop for ₹1,000 per kg.
- Disagreements over the meat’s sale price led to the case being exposed.
Current Status:
- Forest officials have booked Sandesh Poojary and Radhakrishna Poojary, who are currently absconding.
- Locals claim more people were involved, sparking demands for a thorough investigation.
The incident highlights concerns over poaching in protected areas and the need for stricter enforcement.
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