Jun 21 2008
Two Poachers caught this morning, across from Mara Bridge
Rangers leave this morning on patrol.
Last night GSU Personnel on the Narok side of the Mara, went down to the river to bathe and spotted two men a short distance away disappear into some bushes. Immediately they radioed our rangers who went over to meet with the GSU, but by now the sun had already set and so it was decided that we would send out a joint patrol early this morning to try and catch the poachers.
Rangers from Serena Station left at 5am to join with Mara Bridge rangers and also the GSU. Together they started the patrol, and found the footprints of the poachers. They followed these prints until they found the men further along.
The two poachers with snares and supplies.
When we found them they had their food already cooked and were on their way to set up a more permanent camp. We learnt that when they were spotted yesterday they had just arrived, after travelling all day from Tanzania, and so we are pleased to say that no animals had been killed.
Rangers coming back from patrol.
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That’s great news that you got them and got them early.
YES! Rangers -2, Poachers - ZERO
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Congratulations, Men! My students and I are always encouraged to see true heroes at work in the fight for good. The battle never ends, but each small victory is a significant win for the animals you protect and the people around the world who value nature’s precious creation. Hold the line. We are with you all the way. Best Wishes.
It is a new success for the rangers which I congratulate very sincerely.
Congrats on the nab! Good to see a couple poachers caught!
Wow fantastic guys, good news!!!
Keep up the good work!!