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flag Zimbabwe convicting poachers with lion DNA evidence, marking a first in wildlife crime enforcement.

flag In a landmark case, Zimbabwe used lion DNA for the first time to convict poachers, resulting in 24-month prison sentences for two men. flag Authorities traced a missing radio-collared lion after its signal stopped, leading to the discovery of body parts in a nearby village. flag Forensic analysis matched the remains to the specific lion using a national DNA database built over eight years with UK support. flag Despite laws not automatically criminalizing possession of lion parts, the DNA evidence provided conclusive proof of poaching, highlighting the growing role of forensic science in combating organized wildlife crime.

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