Monday, July 01, 2024

The Limpopo SAPS launched a manhunt for two suspected rhino poachers

Two suspects managed to enter a game reserve, killed and dehorned two rhinos at a game reserve in Makhado, Limpopo last week.

The incident took place between Thursday afternoon and Friday morning.

According to the reports, the game reserve’s employees were patrolling the area and found two rhinos shot dead, and their horns removed.  The suspects had jumped over the fence and taken off on foot.

“The suspects shot the rhinos before removing their horns and fleeing the scene” said Police spokesperson, Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.

A case of rhino poaching was opened for further investigations.

 

Done by: Esobusi Mkangelwa

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