The accused were released on a cash bail of Sh500,000 each or an alternative bond of Sh2 million each. The case is set for mention on October 2, 2024.

The elephant meat would be distributed to communities in Zimbabwe affected by the drought.

During the operation, three other individuals, who were with the suspect, managed to escape, leaving behind the seized ivory.

The court, however, acquitted him for the second count of dealing in wildlife trophies of endangered species.