Leopard caught in snare found in Kerala's Kannur

DN Bureau

A leopard caught in a snare and injured was found on private land at Kakkayangad in Muzhakkunnu panchayat in Kannur, Kerala, on Monday morning, January 6, 2025. Read further on Dynamite News:

Leopard caught in Snare
Leopard caught in Snare


Kannur: A leopard caught in a snare and injured was found on private land at Kakkayangad in Muzhakkunnu panchayat in Kannur, Kerala, on Monday morning, January 6, 2025. The discovery was made around 8:30 a.m. on the property of B.K. Prakashan.

Following the discovery, a large crowd gathered in the area. In response, police and forest officials arrived promptly to secure the site and ensure public safety.

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Prohibitory orders issued

In light of the situation, Kannur District Collector Arun K. Vijayan issued prohibitory orders under BNSS Section 13, which bans public gatherings within the Muzhakkunnu panchayat limits from 10 a.m. 

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The Collector, who also serves as the District Magistrate, warned that disciplinary action would be taken against those who violate the orders. 










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