KUTTIYADI: Rubber tapping workers have found a tiger venturing out in a plantation at Kuttiyadi. The tiger was first spotted at a private property by a rubber plantation employee. The tiger then crossed the road and entered the plantation field.

The tiger then ran towards Vannathichira region, but after the locals made noise, it went back to Putharippara. Forest Department officers who came to the scene after being notified by the locals, also saw the tiger.

A search has been initiated under the supervision of Thamarassery and Peruvannamoozhi Range officers. Those who are in Chembanoda, Vannathichira, Puthirippara, Aalampara and Kunjippara should stay alert after 5p.m., advised the Forest Department officials.