Acting on a tip-off, the forest department officials conducted a raid and seized a mammal on the verge of extinction, which was poached in Basavanakote reserve forest.
During the raid, Krishnegowda, the accused managed to escape. The officials have seized a country-made gun and a motorbike belonging to him.
A two-year-old 'flying cat' was shot dead on Thursday morning.
Published 17 April 2020, 14:18 IST