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Outrage Over Cruel Treatment of Turtle in Chloraka, Autopsy Reveals Details

Published January 13, 2026, 11:24

A video circulating on social media has caused widespread outrage, showing four employees of the Chloraka Community Council mistreating a turtle. Initial reports were conflicting as to whether the turtle was alive or dead, but an autopsy conducted by a government veterinarian revealed that the animal was already deceased. The four men, aged 23, 28, 48, and 59, were arrested by police following a complaint from tourists. Police are investigating the video and whether anyone had notified the authorities about the dead turtle. The Fisheries Department reminds the public of the procedure to follow when finding an injured or dead turtle.