The Erongo police are investigating a case of stock theft after 25 Friesian horses, valued at N$1.25 million, were stolen from a farm in Omaruru. The theft is believed to have occurred between July 2022 and March 2025 at Kasandara Game Farm.
According to senior inspector Judith Shomongula, no suspects have been identified or arrested in connection with the crime. It is believed that the stolen horses were sold after being taken from the farm. The horses belonged to a 68-year-old Namibian woman, who reported the theft to the police upon noticing the gradual disappearance of her animals.
None of the horses has been recovered, and investigators suspect they may have been sold outside the district. The case is being handled under the Stock Theft Act, which carries severe penalties for those convicted of livestock theft. Police are urging farmers, auction operators, and the public to assist with any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Inspector Ndeshifilwa Teofelus at 081 327 2505. Investigations are ongoing.
According to senior inspector Judith Shomongula, no suspects have been identified or arrested in connection with the crime. It is believed that the stolen horses were sold after being taken from the farm. The horses belonged to a 68-year-old Namibian woman, who reported the theft to the police upon noticing the gradual disappearance of her animals.
None of the horses has been recovered, and investigators suspect they may have been sold outside the district. The case is being handled under the Stock Theft Act, which carries severe penalties for those convicted of livestock theft. Police are urging farmers, auction operators, and the public to assist with any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Inspector Ndeshifilwa Teofelus at 081 327 2505. Investigations are ongoing.
