Title:

Suspected poaching leaves Zambezi elephant dead

Author(s):
Publication Year:
2022
Abstract:

The police in the Zambezi region have urged public assistance to trace a suspected poacher for arrest. The suspect allegedly fatally shot the elephant bull on Monday, 15 August, and the community members of Batubaja Village made the discovery. It was further reported that the elephant was shot and died in Batubaja area. The incident is believed to have occurred at around 15h00 in the afternoon. No suspect has been arrested so far, and the investigation is at an advanced stage.

Series Title:
Eagle FM
Type:
Newspaper
Item Type:
Report
Language:
en

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