Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Local Hunter Charged In Unlawful Hunt & Killing Of Cecil The Lion


The local hunter, Theo Brookhorst, who assisted Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer in hunting and killing Cecil the lion has been officially charged in Zimbabwe with "failing to supervise, control and take reasonable steps to prevent an unlawful hunt."

After pleading not guilty and surrendering his passport, Bronkhorst posted $1,000 bail and agreed to return on August 5th for trial.

If found guilty, Bronkhorst faces a fine of $20,000 and up to 10 years in prison. Zimbabwe officials have not yet commented on possible additional charges for Walter Palmer.

(source)

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