6 poachers arrested in Kruger National Park Posted on 17 October 2019 Tags:Kruger, Kruger National Park, poaching Three successful operations in the Kruger National Park have led to the arrest of six suspected poachers since the beginning of October, SANParks has revealed. ‘Three heavy-caliber hunting rifles were confiscated during the operations and the majority of the suspects were arrested before shooting any animals,’ said Ike Phaahla, SANParks’ spokesperson. The success of the operations has been attributed to efficient Ranger Corps, closely supported by rapid reaction K9, aircraft units and applied hi-tech detection technologies. Also read: Kruger’s new anti-poaching aircraft lifts rangers’ game SANParks CEO, Fundisile Mketeni has commended all those involved in the operations saying, ‘we are still miles away from being on top of this campaign but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Our investment in technology and intelligence gathering means the risk to poachers has increased and they know that if we pick up their spoor, they will lose their freedom. The Rangers Corps, K9 and Airwing units are working relentlessly in a coordinated approach which is being continually refined to counter the threat posed by the poaching syndicates and for that we are grateful’. Mketeni urged communities to continue providing vital information to assist in curbing the scourge of poaching. He also cautioned communities to stop supporting the bush meat trade which has seen an increase in snares in the KNP. All arrested suspects are being detained at the Skukuza Police Station and will appear in court. Image: Unsplash 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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