Two pangolins rescued, 5 suspects arrested, Themba

South African Police Service

Two pangolins rescued, 5 suspects arrested, Themba
Two pangolins rescued, 5 suspects arrested, Themba. Photo: SAPS

An integrated intelligence-led operation was conducted on 30 October 2019, after police received information about a planned deal where pangolins would be sold illegally.

Police arrested five suspects driving in two vehicles along the R101 Old Warmbath Road near Themba and seized a firearm and the two motor vehicles.

Two pangolins were rescued and handed over for medical attention.

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SOURCESouth African Police Service