Five Chinese poachers have been caught in Dzoege County, Ngaba by Tibetans who have been assigned to guard wildlife. They caught the poachers near Basu Village and handed them over to the local authorities. Radio Free Asia reported that two rifles, a jeep and the carcasses of 12 animals were confiscated. The Sichuan government website later confirmed the detentions, saying the poachers are now under investigation.