BY STAFF REPORTER
Two men appeared in court yesterday facing charges of unlawful hunting, contrary to the Parks and Wildlife Act.
Godknows Moyo (25) and Sindiso Winfred Ndlovu (19) were arraigned before the Hwange Magistrates’ Court, accused of removing an animal or part of an animal from a place without permission.
According to the prosecution, on August 25, a team of rangers on patrol at Sikumi Forestry followed spoor that led them to Moyo’s residence.
A search resulted in the recovery of a dried hare. Moyo implicated Ndlovu, leading to their arrest.
Both accused persons pleaded guilty to the charges.
The magistrate sentenced each accused to a fine of USD100, in default, 2 months imprisonment.