Activists from the Prey Lang Community Network have discovered extensive illegal logging operations within the Prey Lang forest in Preah Vihear province, Cambodia. A four-day patrol from July 24-27 revealed hundreds of illegally sawn timber planks, indicating widespread deforestation. The community network is urgently calling for action from relevant authorities to address the ongoing illegal activity. This discovery highlights continued challenges in protecting Cambodia’s vital forest resources despite previous crackdowns. The patrol, conducted over three nights and four days, documented the scale of the issue firsthand. The group hopes their findings will trigger a swift and effective response from law enforcement and forestry officials to halt further destruction and prosecute those responsible. The incident underscores the important role local communities play in forest conservation efforts.