Live Pangolin Rescued in Koraput, 3 Wildlife Criminals Arrested

Koraput: A live pangolin was rescued by a team of STF, Koraput Forest Division officials and Koraput district police during a raid on Nandapur- Bodigoan road under Semiliguada police station limits in Koraput district.

Three wildlife criminals namely: Sada Disari, Moses Khara and Landu Tadingi were arrested for possession and trading of wildlife products.

One Live Pangolin, one Maruti Alto Car, along with other incriminating materials was seized from the possession of the arrested persons.  The accused persons could not produce any authority in support of possession of the live pangolin.

The live Pangolin has been handed over to DFO, Koraput Forest Division for safe custody and rehabilitation. Investigation is underway.