In a follow-up anti-poaching operation in the eastern boundary of the Kruger National Park on January 11, field rangers came in contact with a group of suspected poachers.
SANParks reported that a shoot-out ensued between the rangers and poachers. During the confrontation two suspected poachers, both from Mozambique, were fatally wounded.
The follow-up operation came as a result of a gruesome discovery of eight rhino carcasses on January 10. All were missing horns, with three found in Lower Sabie and five in Pretoriuskop.
According to SANParks GM: Media Liaison, Reynold Thakhuli, a 375 rifle and other hunting equipment were discovered. He said an aerial search is being conducted to determine if any rhino has been lost.
SANParks regrets the death of the suspected poacher but would like to request the public to assist the police and SANParks with any information which may lead to the arrest of more would-be poachers.
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