A total of 783 livestock, with an estimated value of N.dollars 2.8 million, was reportedly stolen in the Oshikoto Region between January and September 2023.
According to a crime report issued by the Namibian Police Force’s Oshikoto Deputy Commissioner, Peter Nakadhilu, a total of 170 cases were opened relating to the thefts, leading to the arrest of 75 suspects.
“The large stolen stock is 384, with an estimated value of N.dollars 1 879 000, and only 66 of the large stock with a value of N.dollars 441 945 was recovered,” said Nakadhilu.
He reported that the small stock stolen was 399 with an estimated value of N.dollars 504 000, and only 105 of small stock were recovered.
“The animals most stolen from our farmers are cattle and goats,” said Nakadhilu.
The deputy commissioner explained that the large stock is cattle, donkeys and horses, whereas the small stock include goats and sheep.
“I want to urge our local farmers to take care of their livestock so they are not scavenged,” said Nakadhilu.
Source: The Namibia Press Agency