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Dramatic Chase of Poachers Ends in the Dead Zone

Published January 16, 2026, 15:08
Dramatic Chase of Poachers Ends in the Dead Zone

Members of the Game and Fauna Service conducted a dramatic chase of poachers in the area between Mammari and Dhenia, within the Dead Zone. The chase began following reports of gunshots and illegal rabbit hunting using quad bikes. Despite the challenging terrain, the Service managed to locate a spot within the Dead Zone where the suspects had hidden four freshly killed rabbits, which were confiscated. One of the quad bikes escaped towards the occupied territories, while the other was pursued but not intercepted. Investigations are ongoing to identify the perpetrators and any further evidence.