17 Sep 1 “High value” rhino poaching kingpin arrested
Posted on 17 Sep, 2013
1 “High value” suspect arrested in a joint anti-poaching operation in the Cork Trust, outside the Kruger National Park, by Kruger rangers supported by members of Pathfinder Risk Management,SAPS Forensics and K9 Unit. During the arrest, a .308 rifle, two 9mm pistols, a variety of ammo, hunting equipment and suspected rhino body parts were recovered. The individual is suspected to be part of an active group of poachers operating in the Kruger National Park and surrounding reserves
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