Trespassers intercepted in KNP, one killed and one arrested
Trespassers intercepted in KNP, one killed and one arrested
A Mozambican man died while another was arrested after being caught trespassing in the Satara area of the Kruger National Park on Saturday, June 14.
The Mpumalanga police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane, said a third accomplice managed to escape when the men were intercepted by rangers at about 00:45. They were instructed to stop and instead opened fire at the rangers.
'The rangers returned fire. As a result, two of the suspects sustained serious injuries while the third fled the scene. One died at the scene and another was transported to a nearby hospital where he remains under police guard,' Ndubane said.
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She said the suspects had backpacks and the following items were seized:
• A hunting rifle
• Five rounds of live ammunition
• An axe
• A knife
• Two cellphones.
Ndubane said a case has been opened and charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, trespassing and attempted murder have been laid against the suspect.
She also said the arrested suspect is expected to appear in court as soon as he has been discharged. The police have not ruled out the possibility of additional charges being added.
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