When stock owners become victims of stock theft they can play an active role in the prevention of further thefts by assisting the local SAPS and stock theft unit during the investigation. Many stock theft cases are not resolved satisfactorily owing to inadequate evidence and proof or incomplete statements. It often happens that stolen animals cannot be identified positively and the owner concerned cannot prove ownership.

• Retaining of the scene and evidence
• Reporting of stock theft
• Use of DNA technology
• Complainant’s statement
• Additional complaints of animal cruelty
• Victims’ Charter
• Unsatisfactory investigation
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