Joint Operation Leads to Apprehension of 05 Myanmarese Nationals & 02 Engine Dinghies Engaged in Illegal Poaching

Sri Vijayapuram, February 10: Acting on the credible information regarding illegal poaching activities in Landfall Island, a joint Anti-poaching operation was launched by North & Middle Andaman District and A&N Command with the personnel of LOP East Island, IRBn, PS Diglipur, Indian Coast Guard and Forest. During the operation, initially one Myanmarese engine dinghy was sighted in the creeks of the Landfall island, the northern most islands of A&N Islands. Acting swiftly, the team apprehended 01 Myanmarese national who was found to be engaged in poaching activities along with the said engine dinghy. It was inferred that more poachers would be in the jungles and an extensive jungle combing exercise was launched.
Subsequently, a thorough jungle search operation was conducted by the joint team of LOP East Island and IRBn at Landfall Island. A sustained search operation led to the apprehension of 04 more Myanmarese nationals along with 01 more engine dinghy.
The team showcased indomitable courage and alertness leading to the apprehension of 05 Myanmarese and 02 dinghies with substantial amount of Sea Cucumber along with Deer Skin and other survival articles like Diving tube, Diesel, Solar Pannel & battery, Mobile Phone, Compass etc. Legal action is being taken in PS Crime & Economic Offences, Sri Vijaya Puram. Search Operation is still ongoing in the jungles of Landfall Island.
The operation stands a testimony to seamless coordination between A&N Police, A&N Command and other agencies. From A&N Police, the exercise took place under the command of Mr. Ankesh Yadav, DANIPS, SDPO Diglipur and overall supervision of Ms. Shweta K Sugathan, IPS, Superintendent of Police, N & M Andaman District. Together, we are committed to protect and safeguard our islands and its resources from the threats of illegal elements.
The general public is requested to pass and share any credible information pertaining to any crime or illegal activities to their nearest Police Station or over phone No.100, 112 & 03192-273344. The identity of the informers will be kept secret and will also be suitably rewarded.