- Police bust deer meat racket under Attapur Police Station limits
- Deer meat racket exposes illegal sale and wildlife crime network
Hyderabad: The police have busted a deer meat racket in Ranga Reddy district, exposing an illegal wildlife crime operating under the limits of the Attapur Police Station. Acting on specific information, the Rajendranagar Special Operations Team conducted a raid and detained one person for allegedly selling deer meat illegally. The operation led to the seizure of deer meat, animal parts, and cash, highlighting continued violations of wildlife protection laws.
According to the police, the Rajendranagar Special Operations Team carried out the raid at a chicken shop located in Suleman Nagar. During the operation, officers detained Mohammed Irfanuddin, who was allegedly involved in the illegal sale of deer meat. Police officials said the action followed credible inputs about unlawful wildlife trade in the area. Therefore, the team moved quickly to prevent further sale of protected animal meat.
During the search, the police seized around 15 kilograms of deer meat from the accused. They also recovered a deer skin and a deer head from the premises. In addition, officers seized ₹3,500 in cash, which police believe was linked to the illegal sale. Meanwhile, officials stated that such seizures are crucial to stopping the spread of wildlife crimes in urban areas.
Police officials said the accused had allegedly procured the deer meat from Pebberu and transported it to the city. Later, the meat was reportedly slaughtered locally. It was then sold to customers at the rate of ₹800 per kilogram. According to the police, this method allowed the accused to supply deer meat discreetly while avoiding early detection.
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Following the seizure, the police handed over the accused to the Attapur Police Station for further legal action. A case has been registered under the Wildlife Protection Act. Meanwhile, the investigation is continuing to identify others who may be involved in the deer meat racket. Police officials said they are examining supply routes and possible links to poaching networks.
Police have also warned that strict action will be taken against anyone involved in wildlife poaching or the illegal sale of meat from protected animals. They stressed that such activities pose a serious threat to wildlife and violate the law. Therefore, officials urged the public to report any information related to illegal wildlife trade so that timely action can be taken.
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