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Indore: Tiger Strike Force arrests two men with 30 rare turtles, finds international smuggling link
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 11:18 AM
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The Indore Tiger Strike Force detained Keshav Sharma and Rohan Gaud, seized 30 protected turtles and uncovered leads to a global smuggling network.
Indore police, operating under the State Tiger Strike Force, arrested two suspects, Keshav Sharma and Rohan Gaud, after a coordinated raid in the city. The operation resulted in the seizure of thirty rare, legally protected turtles that are listed under the wildlife conservation schedule.
The turtles, identified as a protected species, were being held in conditions that suggested intent to traffic them illegally. Both accused were taken into custody and are being questioned about the source of the animals.
During interrogation, investigators obtained concrete leads pointing to an international network involved in the illicit trade of endangered turtles. The information is expected to guide further actions against cross‑border wildlife smugglers.
Authorities have confirmed that the case will remain under active investigation, with the two detainees facing charges under the Wildlife Protection Act and related smuggling statutes.
The turtles, identified as a protected species, were being held in conditions that suggested intent to traffic them illegally. Both accused were taken into custody and are being questioned about the source of the animals.
During interrogation, investigators obtained concrete leads pointing to an international network involved in the illicit trade of endangered turtles. The information is expected to guide further actions against cross‑border wildlife smugglers.
Authorities have confirmed that the case will remain under active investigation, with the two detainees facing charges under the Wildlife Protection Act and related smuggling statutes.