ARREST is a five-year program funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by FREELAND Foundation. The program is fighting trafficking in illegal wildlife in Asia in three ways: reducing consumer demand; strengthening law enforcement; and strengthening regional cooperation and anti-trafficking networks. ARREST unites the efforts of the member states of ASEAN, China and South Asia, NGOs, and private sector organizations. Together, these dedicated people and organizations are helping Asia respond to the challenge of protecting its unique wildlife.
PHILIPPINES - It was reported on January 18, 2012 that the police raided a junk shop in Puerto Princesa, Palawan which resulted in the seizure of 7 kilograms of Pangolin scales and the arrest of 3 suspects facing charges of violating the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act. Another suspect/poacher was arrested in another recent raid.
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Raids in Puerto Princesa yield pangolin scales seizures and arrests
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