By OBAKENG MAJE
A man (23) was arrested for being in possession of ivory in Geelhoutpark, outside Rustenburg on 15 March 2024. The North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh said, the suspect was arrested during a crime intelligence-led operation.
“The raid was conducted on Friday afternoon. The police conducted a search at the house and discovered ivory to the estimated value of R50 000.
“The suspect was as a result, arrested for Contravention of the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004) after failing to give a satisfactory account of the possession,” said Myburgh.
She further said the suspect is expected to appear at Rustenburg Magistrate’s Court on 18 March 2024.
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