Effective partnership policing and the alert actions of the Endangered Species Unit, with assistance from Farm Watch members, have led to the arrest of one of the suspected rhino poachers in the Gravellotte area outside Phalaborwa yesterday, Friday 08 July 2022 at about 05:00.
The suspect was arrested through a joint operation soon after information was received about the gunshot sounds on the farm. The motor vehicle, a Toyota double cab fitting the description given was spotted on the Eiland road near Letsitele and the suspects were pulled over. One suspect was arrested and the other two managed to evade arrest.
Members of the community are urged to assist with information that can lead to the arrest of the remaining suspects. They may contact Captain Peter Meyer on 0823199460 or the crime stop number 0860010111or the nearest police or MySAPSApp.
