In June, a man was arrested during a night hunt in the Gers department, whose actions are classified as poaching. During this operation, DFB agents who responded to the scene recovered two rifles and equipment. A judicial investigation is underway.
The French Biodiversity Office (OFB) is at the forefront of the fight against poaching. Faced with an increase in illegal hunting, the French Biodiversity Office (OFB) is stepping up its local control operations. Agents are increasing patrols to combat a phenomenon believed to be spreading across multiple areas. This increased effort recently led to the arrest of a suspected poacher.
Caught red-handed
According to information provided La Depeche du MidiThe man was caught red-handed during a night hunt. It followed a series of reports of suspicious behavior, including late-night shootings and the illegal removal of wildlife.
Materials have been seized and an investigation is underway.
During the intervention, inspectors seized two rifles. One of them was equipped with a thermal imaging sight and a noise suppressor. In order to establish the exact circumstances of the facts and assess the possible scale of the offenses committed, a forensic police investigation was launched.
Strict rules
Authorities note that night hunting is prohibited in France, except in special cases regulated by regulations, especially in the context of administrative regulatory operations. These interventions can be authorized and monitored by the Luveteri lieutenants, particularly with regard to the management of wild boar populations.