In a tragic incident in Dera Bugti, Balochistan, a rare leopard was killed by locals.
Videos surfaced showing armed men removing the lifeless body from a cave and posing with it. The leopard was shot multiple times, sparking outrage.
Authorities have filed a report against those involved, and an investigation is ongoing.
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This comes after reports of leopard cubs being shot in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Leopards, found mainly in northern Pakistan, face threats like deforestation and illegal hunting. Such incidents highlight the urgent need for conservation efforts and awareness among local communities to protect these endangered animals.