Chengeta Wildlife Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Rory Young has died after being attacked by terrorists in Burkina Faso. Chengeta Wildlife, a wildlife protection charity delivering Iasting anti-poaching solutions to the most challenging environments announced the development in a statement. We present the statement below.
STATEMENT FROM CHENGETA WILDLIFE: RORY YOUNG, CO-FOUNDER & CEO, CHENGETA WILDLIFE
It is with deepest sorrow and regret that Chengeta Wildlife confirms the death of Rory Young, our co-founder and CEO.
Rory was leading a wildlife protection patrol in Arly National Park, Burkina Faso on 26th April 2021 when they were attacked by terrorists which resulted in his death and that of two Spanish journalists who were capturing his efforts to protect precious wildlife.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased right now. We respectfully request your patience, time and understanding as we deal with the loss of our inspirational leader
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When a wildlife defender is killed I always consider how detrimental for the creatures he or she tried to protect. These people, different races, different colours, all have things in common. Preservation, conservation, defence and protection of all things wild, flora as well as fauna.