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Summary:

A 26-year-old tribal man, S. Sudeep, was arrested in Tirupattur, India, for smuggling red sanders. Forest officials intensified checks due to directives from the District Forest Officer. Sudeep was caught after a car chase by forest officials, who found traces of smuggled red sanders in his SUV and learned of a hidden stash in the hills. The seized SUV and confiscated red sanders, destined for incense stick production, are now in the custody of the government timber unit. A search is underway for Sudeep’s accomplices and the remaining smuggled wood.

News Article:

Red Sanders Smuggler Nabbed in Tirupattur Hills

TIRUPATTUR, INDIA – December 4, 2025 – A 26-year-old man was arrested today in connection with the illegal smuggling of red sanders from the Naickaneri tribal village in the hills near Ambur town, Tirupattur district. S. Sudeep, identified as a local tribal resident, was apprehended by forest officials following a high-speed chase.

According to M. Babu, Forest Range Officer, a special team was patrolling the area as part of intensified efforts ordered by District Forest Officer M. Mahendran to combat illegal logging and trespassing. Officials attempted to stop Sudeep’s SUV, but he fled, leading to a two-kilometer pursuit.

“We checked the vehicle and found traces of smuggled red sanders, including wood pieces,” stated Mr. Babu. “The suspect also admitted that they have hidden red sanders in the hills. A search team is on the job.”

The suspect has been taken into custody and is currently held at the sub-jail in Tirupattur. The seized SUV and red sanders have been transferred to the government timber unit in Tirupattur, where the wood will be used to manufacture incense sticks, in accordance with established procedures.

Forest officials have launched a full investigation to identify and apprehend Sudeep’s accomplices and locate the hidden red sanders stash. Local police are assisting in the ongoing search.

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