143 Macaques Rescued from Border Smuggling Operation in Sa Kaeo

143 Macaques Rescued from Border Smuggling Operation in Sa Kaeo

Officials intercepted a wildlife-trafficking operation near the Thai-Cambodian border and rescued 143 macaques being transported illegally. The animals were found in cramped conditions, believed to be destined for foreign buyers. Several suspects were detained under wildlife-protection laws. Conservation groups say the rescue underscores the scale of illegal wildlife trade in the region. Authorities plan to trace the wider network responsible for capturing and smuggling the macaques.