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Media Release: Poacher gets seven and a half years in prison
Elliot Manzini was arrested in the KNP on 29 May 2015 by SANParks Rangers in the Crocodile Bridge Section in possession of .458 rifle and ammunition. Two of his companions fled back into Mozambique. He was convicted for illegal possession of a firearm with the intention to kill rhino, illegal possession of a firearm, possession of ammunition and trespassing.
The Managing Executive of KNP, Glenn Phillips commended the courts for imposing the lengthy jail term. “We are happy that the courts have rewarded the hard work done by the Rangers, our Environmental Crime Investigative Unit and the South African Police. The sentencing will also help to lift the morale of all men and women in uniform who constantly have to react to dangerous situations involving rhino poaching.” concluded Phillips.
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South African National Parks (SANParks) Corporate Communications
Tel: 012 426 5170
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Reynold “Rey” Thakhuli
General Manager: Media, PR and Stakeholder Relations
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Ike Phaahla
Media Specialist SANParks
Tel: 012 426 5315; Cell: 083 673 6974
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