Incident Report: Another Poacher Arrested
Date of Incident: 10/29/2024
Location: Chisulo Area, in the Jumbe Chiefdom, Mambwe District.
At approximately 5 AM, Rangers conducted a surveillance operation in a GMA, following tips regarding illegal poaching activities. During the operation, Rangers observed suspicious activity involving an individual, later identified as Emmanuel Nyalenda,aged 55 years, of the Mambwe District, Chief Jumb, who was seen entering the area carrying suspicious bags.
Upon closer investigation, officers approached the suspect for questioning. The suspect exhibited signs of nervousness and attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended. A search of the individual and their belongings yielded the following:
Illegal Wildebeest Bush Meat:The suspect was found in possession of approximately 75Kgs of bush meat.
In addition to the bush meat, Rangers discovered a muzzleloader concealed within the suspect's belongings. The firearm lacked proper registration and was identified as an illegal homemade firearm.
Evidence Collected:
1. Bush Meat of Wildebeest
2. Muzzleloading gun was Secured as evidence.
Legal Implications:
The suspect is charged with:
Illegal possession of Wildebeest bush meat in violation of wildlife act and in possession of an unregistered firearm, contravening firearm act of Zambia.
Next Steps:
Interrogation of the suspect to gather further information about potential poaching networks.
Court Proceedings:
The case will be prepared for prosecution.
Report Prepared By: Jonathan Kachikoti
