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Crime
Assam Police Seize 30 Tokay Geckos, Arrest One Suspect
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🗓 20 Sep 2026, 08:37 PM
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Assam law enforcement confiscated thirty Tokay geckos and detained a suspect in a wildlife‑related operation.
Police in Assam have intercepted a shipment containing thirty Tokay geckos, a species protected under India's wildlife regulations. The animals were recovered during a routine inspection, prompting authorities to launch a formal seizure.
Investigators identified a single individual linked to the illegal possession and placed him under arrest. The suspect is being questioned about the source of the reptiles and any broader network involved in wildlife trafficking.
The operation underscores the state's ongoing efforts to curb illegal trade in exotic species, which threatens biodiversity and violates the Wildlife Protection Act. Officials have not disclosed further details about the case pending further investigation.
Investigators identified a single individual linked to the illegal possession and placed him under arrest. The suspect is being questioned about the source of the reptiles and any broader network involved in wildlife trafficking.
The operation underscores the state's ongoing efforts to curb illegal trade in exotic species, which threatens biodiversity and violates the Wildlife Protection Act. Officials have not disclosed further details about the case pending further investigation.