One of the most constant problems in Thailand are attacks and thefts by wild monkeys that abound in the area, which is why authorities have sought a strategy to stop them.
With information from the Daily Mail, it was announced that Thailand creates special police division to attack wild monkeyswho will confront the macaques and prevent them from harassing passers-by or snatching food from people.
Police in Muang district of Lopburi have created a special unit armed with slingshots to deter primates and maintain security on the streets, which has begun to give good results.
Staff from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation have begun capturing some of the macaques already relocate them to temporary shelters.
This measure seeks to control the monkey population and mitigate the problems they cause in the city of Lopburi, famous for its uncontrolled monkey population, according to the British tabloid Daily Mail.
Withdrawal due to the aggressiveness of the monkeys
Officers have faced difficult situations when dealing with aggressive macaques. According to Thai PBS World, Some captured monkeys screamed for help, causing others to approach the cage menacingly.. Faced with this danger, the officials had to retreat to avoid being attacked by the troop of monkeys.
Dealing with monkeys is not an easy task, admits a patrolman, reports Thai PBS World. Despite the challenges, they are committed to doing everything they can to protect people from harassment by these animals.
According to Daily Mail, officials have managed to capture an alpha male in the Ratchadamnoen area, one of the areas where the monkeys feed. Meanwhile, the Thai government is implementing various measures to control the macaque problem throughout the countryincluding the creation of sanctuaries, mass sterilization programs and public education on the proper management of these animals.
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