![]() 2016 ended on a low note as feelings of Shock and anguish were expressed by Polokwane residents in South Africa, when reports surfaced that rhino poachers had invaded the popular Polokwane Game Reserve in the province and slaughtered, mutilated and dehorned several rhinos.
Just days into 2017 a tourist visiting the Polokwane Game Reserve came across a rhino which had been shot and dehorned. The tourist informed The gamekeeper immediately of what he has seen and the location of the dead Rhino According to Municipal Spokesperson, Matshidiso Motapo, this is a sensitive issue and they cannot, due to safety reasons, divulge any more information regarding the incident. “We can confirm that the incident took place and the case has been handed over to the police and other relevant authorities for further investigation. The municipality has been advised not to share any more information because of the safety concerns and sensitive nature of the case. Doing so could obstruct investigations,” stated Motapo. |
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