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The forest belonged to the management of Chu Pha Forestry Company in Ea H’leo District.
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More than four hectares of forests with big trees have been felled and burnt down.
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According to local people, the forests were destroyed for wood and farmland.
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Some local residents said that there was only one road leading to the forest and a forest ranger station was placed on the road.
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However, a tent built by the poachers was seen just two kilometres away from the station.
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Many large trees were split and ready to be taken away.
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Chairman of Ea H’Leo Communal People's Committee, Mai Van Thang, confirmed that the destroyed forest was under the management of Chu Pha Company.
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"We've assigned local police to investigate the case," he said.
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