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Pangolin Raid: Three Arrested for Wildlife Violations

2/25/2026

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Sabah Wildlife Department officials raided a resort in Semporna on February 23.
They found a live pangolin and pots of cooked pangolin soup.
Three individuals were arrested for violating the Sabah Wildlife Conservation Enactment 1997.
Pangolins are a protected species in Sabah, with fines up to RM250,000 and possible jail time.
Soffian Abu Bakar, Sabah Wildlife Department director, said the illegal activity harms protection efforts and Sabah's sustainable tourism reputation.

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Sabah Wildlife Department officials raided a resort in Semporna on February 23.
They found a live pangolin and pots of cooked pangolin soup.
Three individuals were arrested for violating the Sabah Wildlife Conservation Enactment 1997.
Pangolins are a protected species in Sabah, with fines up to RM250,000 and possible jail time.
Soffian Abu Bakar, Sabah Wildlife Department director, said the illegal activity harms protection efforts and Sabah's sustainable tourism reputation.