Foreign subject falls for possession of a tiger “Phantera Tigris” in Puerto Vallarta; specimen is approximately one year old

The alleged offender was arrested, and the species were made available to the competent authorities.

Semar and FGR will secure a tiger of the species “Phantera Tigris” in Puerto Vallarta this Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Elements of the Secretariat of the Navy in coordination with the Attorney General’s Office of the Republic Subsede Puerto Vallarta (FGR) and the Criminal Investigation Agency (AIC), carried out the arrest of a man of foreign nationality, as well as the seizure of a tiger of the species “Panthera Tigris” in the “El Caloso” neighborhood, Puerto Vallarta. Jalisco.

The foregoing was carried out in support of the FGR and the AIC, who carried out the precautionary detention of the subject, as well as the seizure of a tiger (female) of approximately one year.

The alleged offender was arrested, and the species were made available to the competent authorities to determine their legal situation.

The agencies endorsed their commitment to the citizens to strengthen and contribute to surveillance and inspection actions in order to guarantee peace and security.

Source: El Universal

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