It is common knowledge that crowned Prince William is an avid animal lover. His many ventures and NGOs dedicated to preserving animal life are proof of that. So it came as a shock when the news of his acquaintance, Anton Mzimba being killed was revealed. Prince William was ‘deeply saddened’ by the news.
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Prince William met Anton in South Africa
Prince William and Anton were acquainted last Autumn when the Prince was actively campaigning against the illegal trafficking of exotic and wild animals, as per Daily Mail. Anton was one of the rangers who protected wildlife from the dangers of poaching and hunting in Africa.
I’m deeply saddened to learn of the killing of Anton Mzimba who I spoke to in November. Committed and brave, rangers like Anton are central to the conservation of Africa’s fantastic wildlife. Those responsible must swiftly be brought to justice. My thoughts are with his family. W
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) July 27, 2022
Sadly, the rangers who protect these animals are putting themselves in danger as well. This is due to the illegal hunters who target the rangers in order to break down the protective barrier between the wildlife and the illegal hunters.
Prince William pays tribute
The Duke of Cambridge, took to Twitter to express his condolences for his acquaintance. He wrote a heartfelt message for Anton and revealed that they last spoke in November. Anton was a wildlife ranger who worked for the Timbavati Game Private Nature Reserve in Africa. According to News 24, he was shot and killed outside his home this week.
Anton Mzimba, head of ranger services at the Timbavati reserve, was shot dead this week after receiving death threats, says NGO. https://t.co/FSUF4M8DpR
— Times LIVE (@TimesLIVE) July 28, 2022
The details of his murder have not been revealed yet, and the police are still investigating. The Timbavati Reserve also paid a heartfelt tribute to their brave ranger on their website as well as their Twitter.
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