Fourteen arrested in connection with rhino poaching in Etosha National Park and a nearby farm
via The Namibian2 min read
Fourteen individuals, including two pensioners, have been arrested in connection with the poaching of seven rhinos in Etosha National Park and one at a nearby farm. Omusati regional police commander commissioner Ismael Basson confirmed the arrests. Among those apprehended are Thomas Jafet 66, also known as ‘Familia’, and Timoteus Amuthenu 60, who were arrested on April 22. Other suspects include Andreas Shanghala 35, Ndeulikusa Kunasha 56, Petrus Mumbala 47, Tjambiru Vetengapo 30, Kapenduka Ruhozu 35, Paulus Matias 25, Efraim Malakia 30, Levisiana Muzuma 33, and Elifas January 44, who is allegedly a Meatco employee. Two women, Secilia Fernandu, an Angolan national, and Ndinelago Awala 34, are also among the suspects, along with two other Angolan nationals, Raphael Tjipito 28 and Ndapohoni Haufiku 24. Ministry of Environment and Tourism spokesperson Vilho Hangula stated that eight rhinos have been poached this year, comprising four black and four white rhinos. Seven of these incidents occurred in Etosha National Park, and one at a private farm. All suspects have appeared in court. Hangula declined to comment on alleged rituals by traditional healers to protect poachers, citing the sensitivity of the information and potential to jeopardize ongoing investigations.
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