Hyderabad, June 25 -- The Kamareddy police busted an illegal wildlife hunting gang and arrested eight persons involved in poaching activities. Police seized five country-made firearms, an air gun, hunting equipment, explosives, and two motorcycles from the accused.

Superintendent of Police, Kamareddy district, M. Rajesh Chandra, said the operation was carried out as part of the district police's ongoing efforts to curb crime, eliminate illegal activities, and ensure public safety.

The case came to light on Wednesday night when Gandhari Sub-Inspector Mahender and his team were conducting intensive vehicle checks at Mondi Sadak crossroads in the Gandhari police station limits under Operation Kavach. During the checks, five persons travell...