Caraș-Severin police seize 400 cubic meters of illegal timber

In Caraș-Severin county, authorities seized around 400 cubic meters of timber during a targeted operation from September 21 to 28, 2026. This initiative, involving the police, the Forest Guard Timișoara, and the Forest Directorate, aimed to tackle illegal timber activities in the region.

Over the eight-day span, law enforcement conducted nearly 140 operations, focusing on timber exploitation, transport, storage, and sales. They performed over 160 inspections, which included visits to six timber depots, two cutting installations, one forest exploitation site, and three primary platforms.

Approximately 150 timber transport vehicles were examined during these checks. Nearly 30 contraventional sanctions were issued, resulting in fines totaling 75,000 lei. The seized timber, comprising lumber, work wood, firewood, and slabs, was valued at 105,000 lei.

Authorities uncovered several irregularities, such as missing legal origin documents for the timber, un-fenced storage areas, and timber being transported without required documentation. Both businesses and individuals faced penalties for these violations.

The operation spanned the entire Caraș-Severin county, highlighting a strong effort to combat illegal timber activities. Officials have stated that similar forestry operations will continue to ensure adherence to legal standards.