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Title:

Two caught with live pangolin

Author(s):
David M
Publication Year:
2023
Abstract:

Two men, aged 36 and 44, were arrested after being found in possession of a live pangolin in Kakoro village, Kavango West. NamPol Head of Media, Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga, reported that the arrests occurred on Sunday around 16:00. Both suspects are Namibian nationals. "They were apprehended after being discovered in possession of a live pangolin valued at N$50 000 during a police operation," he said. Kuwinga said that the duo is facing charges related to dealing with and possessing controlled wildlife products.

Series Title:
Informanté
Type:
Newspaper
Item Type:
Report
Language:
en
Keywords:
wildlife, crime, poaching, land mammal, endangered (IUCN)
Files:
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NAM_2023_11_Two caught with live pangolin_Informante.pdf 100.62 KB

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