Raw ivory lands suspected poacher in trouble
New Zimbabwe
February 2, 2025
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A SUSPECTED poacher was nabbed in Bulawayo while in possession of raw
ivory, which he wanted to sell.
A 29-year-old man identified as Blessed Matibenga has since been arrested
for illegal possession of the elephant tusk.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul
Nyathi confirmed the incident.
On January 31, 2025, police in Bulawayo acted on a tip-off and arrested
Blessed Matibenga (29) for possession of raw, unmarked and unregistered
ivory at Amakhosi Service Station along the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls road.
Police recovered one elephant tusk, which was concealed in a white sack
from the suspect who was seeking potential buyers.
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