An Indian Gaur was found dead in the Kundha Range of the Nilgiris Forest Division, at the side of a road leading to the Kateri dam, on Thursday.
Forest Department staff received information about the death of the Gaur, and conducted a preliminary examination. Staff found that the animal’s head had been injured. A metal and rubber-like substance was found.
A special team has been constituted to look into the death. The team is currently investigating the angle of a possible gun shot injury.