Viral video of dead lion being skinned in Lahore sparks probe

The Punjab Wildlife Department has launched an investigation after a video showing a dead lion being skinned went viral on social media, 24NewsHD TV reported on Saturday. 

The department said it had constituted a special inquiry team to probe the incident and identify those responsible.

Chief Wildlife Ranger Lahore, Sakhi Muhammad Joiya, is leading the team.

Officials said legal proceedings were being initiated under relevant wildlife protection laws, with a case set to be registered against the suspects.

“Strict action will be taken in accordance with the law,” a department spokesperson said, adding that those involved would be brought to justice.