Kaziranga Officials Nab Tiger Parts Trafficking Accused After Months on Run

A man allegedly involved in the illegal trading of Royal Bengal Tiger body parts has been apprehended near Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, months after he went into hiding following the registration of a wildlife offence case against him.

The accused, identified as Ratnakanta Pegu, 41, a resident of Aathaishsharia village under Gohpur Police Station in Biswanath district, was arrested on April 18.

How the Arrest Was Made

The operation was carried out by the Eastern Range Gamiri and Crime Investigation Range of Biswanath Chariali, under the Biswanath Wildlife Division of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, based on intelligence input.

Pegu was arrested in connection with offence no. ER/02-2025, which relates to the illegal trading of Royal Bengal Tiger body parts.

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A History of Wildlife Crime

According to officials, Pegu had been absconding since November 2025 — making his arrest the conclusion of a months-long effort to track him down.

His criminal history in wildlife offences extends further back. He was reportedly involved in rhino poaching cases between 2019 and 2024, making him a repeat offender with a significant record of wildlife crime in the region.