Kruger poacher shot dead
2007-12-14 13:43
Johannesburg - A poacher was shot dead by Kruger National Park (KNP) rangers on Friday, the park said.
Spokesperson Raymond Travers said the incident happened after midnight at the game reserve.
It is alleged an unknown number of poachers walked into the KNP ranger patrol in the Stolsnek Section, south-west of the park.
"A gun battle ensued between the rangers and the poachers. One of the poachers was killed. We are working with the police to find the rest of the group," said Travers.
He said various weapons, including a highly modified hunting rifle, a home-made shot gun, spotlights and camouflage uniforms were confiscated.
- SAPA