Title:
Suspected poachers arrested at Okongo
Publication Year:
2026
Abstract:

Two Namibian male suspects, aged 40 and 44, were arrested in the Okongo policing area of the Ohangwena Region after they were allegedly found in possession of a hunting rifle and its respective ammunition. The police allege that the .306 hunting rifle - with its serial number scratched off - was used in rhino poaching excursions at a private farm in the Kamanjab area. Six rounds of live ammunition were also discovered.

Series Title:
Informanté
Item Type:
Report
Language:
en
Keywords:

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