Suspect arrested in Limpopo after 60kg of lion teeth and claws seized Posted by David Henning on 16 August 2021 Police have arrested a Vietnamese man in Limpopo after discovering 60kg of lion claws, teeth, and other items in his possession after a four-month probe into wildlife trafficking, eNCA reports. The man arrested is being charged with ‘connection with the illegal trade in wildlife and illegal possession of a firearm.’ The police also raided an associated farm near Bela-Bela in Limpopo and two storage units in Pretoria. They seized 4.2 kg of lions teeth, 680g of lion claws, more than 60kg of processed animal products believed to be lion gelatine, and an illegal firearm. The suspect was then charged with ‘illegal possession of a threatened species’ when appearing in court on Friday. This case has been postponed to 20 August 2021 to ensure that a translator is present. This successful bust was part of a four-month investigation that included members of the Green Scorpions, a special unit responsible for enforcing environmental legislation. Picture: Getaway Gallery 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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