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CID and police probe possible organised network behind tusker shootings

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Monday, 19 October 2026 at 04:24
CID and police probe possible organised network behind tusker shootings
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Wide investigations are being conducted by the Criminal Investigation Department and the police regarding whether a connection to some organised group exists in relation to shooting incidents involving wild elephants and tuskers in the country.The Ministry of Environment announces that a written request has been made to the Inspector General of Police and the Criminal Investigation Department to conduct investigations paying special attention to whether an organised network operates behind wild elephant killings, following the death of the tusker 'Kavantissa ', who died after being in a critical condition recently.The announcement states that one suspect is currently arrested in connection with shooting incidents involving wild elephants and tuskers, including Diana, and investigations are being conducted to officially confirm whether the relevant suspect is a member of such an organised group and whether a networked connection exists among various incidents that occurred.Accordingly, the ministry emphasizes that conducting a formal, independent, and impartial investigation regarding all parties irrespective of status concerning wild elephant killings and abuse incidents, and bringing all persons responsible immediately before the law is essential.

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