Staff Reporter
THE Namibian Police in the Omusati Region are investigating a serious case of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm after law enforcement officers allegedly abused a poaching suspect during an operation.
The suspect was arrested by a joint team of NDF, NamPol, and Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism officials in Orotjize village in the Ruacana policing area, following a poaching incident in the Etosha National Park.
It is alleged that during questioning, the suspect was subjected to severe physical abuse, resulting in serious injuries.
According to the police, the suspect was also assaulted with fists and a firearm butt.
He was taken to hospital for treatment and is currently being detained at Oshifo Police Station.
Omusati Regional police commander Ismael Basson confirmed that the alleged perpetrators have been identified, but no arrests have been made at this stage.
