Zuko Komisa

The body of a suspected poacher was discovered in the Kruger National Park following a shootout with park rangers
Authorities believe the man may have been fatally wounded during the exchange of gunfire.
According to a statement released by the South African Police Service (SAPS) on Saturday, park rangers on patrol in the Lower Sabie region on Thursday night, 11th July, at approximately 9:00 PM, encountered three suspected poachers.
The rangers ordered the individuals to stop, but the suspects reportedly opened fire, prompting the rangers to return shots.
Due to poor light conditions, the rangers discontinued their pursuit as the alleged poachers fled further into the darkness and returned to their camp.
On Friday morning at about 8:30 AM, the rangers revisited the scene to continue their search. During their patrol of the surrounding area, they discovered the lifeless body of a male individual with a gunshot wound.
A rucksack found next to the deceased contained two rhino horns.
Police from Skukuza and other emergency personnel were immediately notified, and paramedics certified the man dead at the scene.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been established, and an investigation into the incident is underway.
The other two suspected poachers remain at large.
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