Here's what we know so far about the death of a 'poacher' at Kruger National Park.
A suspected poacher's skull and trousers were found after he was killed by an elephant in the Kruger National Park and then eaten by lions.The death of a suspected poacher in Kruger National Park has caught the attention of animal lovers and conservationists.Time of death
Brig Leonard Hlathi confirmed the incident, saying the man had been poaching in the park on Tuesday April 2 when he was attacked and killed by an elephant. Hlathi said the man's associates informed his relatives of his death after they claimed to have carried his body to a road, where he could be found."Once outside, they reportedly informed a relative about the dead man and about their ordeal," he said.
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