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Sumatran Elephant Found Dead: Calls for Accountability Rise

2/7/2026

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A Sumatran elephant, about 40 years old, was found dead February 2, 2026, in a forest concession in Pelalawan, Riau.
Environmental group Jikalahari condemned the incident as wildlife-protection failure.
Jikalahari urged accountability from PT Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP), the concession holder.
Police and conservation authorities are investigating, with evidence suggesting the elephant was shot.
The case underscores threats to the critically endangered Sumatran elephants from habitat loss and poaching.

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Story summary

A Sumatran elephant, about 40 years old, was found dead February 2, 2026, in a forest concession in Pelalawan, Riau.
Environmental group Jikalahari condemned the incident as wildlife-protection failure.
Jikalahari urged accountability from PT Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP), the concession holder.
Police and conservation authorities are investigating, with evidence suggesting the elephant was shot.
The case underscores threats to the critically endangered Sumatran elephants from habitat loss and poaching.