The circumstances surrounding the poaching of two rhinos on a Limpopo farm are being investigated by the Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit.

Rooiberg police, in the Waterberg District, have launched a manhunt for unknown perpetrators involved in the poaching of two rhinos on Pomo Estate.

Police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba says the complainant last saw his rhinos on Sunday morning.

“On Monday morning, the complainant received a phone call from an employee informing him of suspicious footprints on the farm and upon inspection, found no fence cut. When proceeding to the rhino camp, two animals were found shot and killed with their horns removed,” he adds.

The circumstances surrounding the incident will form part of an investigation and a case of rhino poaching has been allocated to the Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit for further handling.

The police are appealing to anyone with information to contact investigating officer Detective Warrant Officer Jurg Van Heerden on 082 414 2337 or the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111. Information can also be reported at the nearest police station, or via the MySAPS App.