Three suspects arrested for alleged poaching of four rhinos in Kruger Park Posted by Taylah Strauss on 4 July 2022 Three men have been arrested following the alleged killing of four rhinos in Kruger National Park on 1 July. White rhinos A visitor to the park reported gunshots, prompting the immediate response of field rangers and a helicopter. It was then that the three men – between the ages of 23 and 49 – were found in possession of a hunting rifle equipped with a silencer, three bags, four cell phones and three knives. Police at Skukuza Rest Camp apprehended the suspects. Upon further inspection of the scene, three rhino horns and four rhino carcasses were found in the area. The fourth horn had not yet been removed, according to SAPS. The suspects face charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm, poaching and illegally entering Kruger Park. They are expected to appear in Bushbuckridge Magistrates Court on 4 July 2022. Picture: Getaway Gallery ALSO READ Conservation Hero of the Month: Cape Leopard Trust Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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