Two Men Arrested After Two Steenbok Found in Taxi in Northern Cape
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Two men, aged 37 and 38, have been arrested in Hanover in the Northern Cape after police allegedly discovered two protected steenbok being transported in a white Toyota Quantum taxi.
The arrests took place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, following information received by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Hanover about a vehicle suspected of transporting protected wildlife along the N10 between De Aar and Hanover.
According to the information provided by police, officers acted on the tip-off and intercepted the Toyota Quantum in Hanover at approximately 10:00.
A search of the vehicle reportedly led to the discovery of two steenbok inside. The animals were allegedly being transported by the two occupants of the taxi.
Both men were arrested on suspicion of illegally possessing and transporting protected wildlife. Police also seized the Toyota Quantum for further investigation.
The estimated combined value of the two animals is R16,000.
Suspects Face Wildlife Conservation Charges
The two suspects are facing charges relating to the alleged contravention of Section 4 of the Northern Cape Nature Conservation Act 9 of 2009.
An Environmental Technician from the Green Scorpions was notified of the incident and is expected to assist with the relevant environmental and wildlife-related processes.
The suspects are expected to appear in court in due course. Further details regarding their court appearance have not been provided.
Police Investigation Continues
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities looking into the circumstances surrounding the alleged possession and transportation of the two animals.
The Pixley Ka-Seme District Commissioner, Major General Nomana Mtukushe, commended the police members involved for acting on the information received and intercepting the vehicle.
The operation resulted in the recovery of the two steenbok and the arrest of the suspects.
The case highlights the role of information supplied to police in efforts to detect suspected wildlife-related offences and enforce conservation legislation.
The allegations against the two men have not yet been tested in court. Their guilt has not been established.
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