5 arrested for rhino horn possession

2011-01-18 18:34

Johannesburg - Five people were arrested for allegedly being in possession of rhino horns in Mahikeng, North West police said on Tuesday.

Lieutenant Colonel Lesego Metsi said members of the Hawks in the area initially arrested a father and his son after they were found in possession of rhino horns over the weekend.

Their arrest led to another three people. They allegedly had a total of two-and-a-half rhino horns worth about R225 000 in their possession.

The five, Andile Mjamba 38, Keabetswe Phiri 56, Ampore Motsepo 50, Simon Phiri 50, Montle Motsepo 24 appeared briefly before the Lichtenburg Magistrate's Court on Monday.

Their case was postponed to January 24 for legal representation and bail application, Metsi said.

- SAPA