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Wildlife Guard Killed by Suspected Poacher in Kakum Forest Reserve
A wildlife guard was shot and killed by a suspected poacher while on patrol in Ghana's Kakum Forest Reserve. The incident underscores the dangers faced by those protecting wildlife.
23 Aug, 05:45 — 23 Aug, 11:46
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Wildlife guard killed by suspected poacher at Kakum Forest Reserve - Graphic Online
Wildlife guard killed by suspected poacher at Kakum Forest Reserve Graphic Online
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Wildlife guard shot dead during Kakum patrol
A routine patrol in the Kakum Forest Reserve ended in tragedy on Saturday, August 22, 2026, after a wildlife resource guard was allegedly shot dead by a suspected poacher in the Assin Kruwa area of the Central Region.
By David Apinga
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First report: myjoyonline · 23 Aug, 05:45|Full coverage: 2 · 6h|Window: 6h
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