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- Forest department officials seized two full elephant tusks and a fragment during a raid at a homestay in Wayanad.
- Five individuals from the local area were arrested for their alleged involvement in the wildlife trafficking.
- Authorities also confiscated a vehicle used by the suspects.
- An investigation is ongoing to identify additional participants in the illegal trade.
What to watch next
- Likely further arrests as the investigation proceeds.
- Final determination of the total weight of the seized tusks.
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N. Roopesh
assistant wildlife warden
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“the investigation was progressing, and more arrests were likely.”
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…and Shebin Francis, 32, all from Wayanad. Officials said the seized tusks weighed around two kilograms, though their exact weight is yet to be ascertained. N. Roopesh, assistant wildlife warden, Kurichiyad range, said the investigation was progressing, and more arrests were likely. Published - September 23, 2026 06:30 am IST…
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Named India · Abhilash · Balan · Jithu · Rajesh · Shebin Francis · Forest Department · N. Roopesh · Wayanad · Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
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