Mumbai Crime: Dongri Police Detain Man For Allegedly Attempting To Sell Suspected Leopard Skin Worth ₹30 Lakh
Mumbai, August 10, 2026: The Dongri Police have detained a man for allegedly arriving in the area with a leopard skin with the intention of selling it illegally. A case has been registered under various provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Operation Conducted On Specific Tip-Off Acting on specific information that a person would be arriving within the jurisdiction of Dongri Police…
Dongri Police detain man for alleged leopard skin sale attempt on August 9, 2026. Police Inspector Balasaheb Kanwade leads operation after tip-off. Team of three officers conducts planned arrest of Nikhil Sonawane, Tardeo resident. Leopard skin item recovered weighing 2.5 kg, valued at Rs 30 lakh. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 case registered under multiple sections. Investigation ongoing into source of skin, purchase/sale network, financial transactions, and potential accomplices.
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