Police marksmen to cull wild boars in Liberec Region to combat African swine fever

A targeted cull of wild boars in the Liberec region begins on Monday, supported by specially trained police marksmen to curb the spread of African swine fever (ASF), which continues to threaten the area. The cull will occur Monday through Thursday, from 3 p.m. to 6 a.m., until December 12. Equipped with specialized rifles and night-vision ammunition, police will aim for headshots to ensure immediate kills. Forest access is restricted in some hunting areas. Surveillance with drones and thermal imaging helps locate herds, as authorities work to protect domestic pigs and prevent trade restrictions.