Goa, May 30 -- The Kulem Police have arrested four individuals accused of assaulting forest officials and fleeing from the Mollem Wildlife Sanctuary. The arrests were made with the assistance of forest department personnel and support from local residents.

The incident occurred when forest officials confronted the accused for allegedly entering the protected sanctuary area without permission. During the questioning, the individuals reportedly attacked the officials and escaped the scene.

Authorities launched a search operation soon after the incident, leading to the successful apprehension of the suspects. The case highlights ongoing challenges faced by forest personnel in protecting Goa's ecologically sensitive areas from illegal intru...