Bengaluru: Airport Customs Seize 78 Wild Animals in Baggage, Including Cobras and Pythons (See Pics)
A total of 78 animals were discovered, including 55 Ball Pythons in various colour morphs, along with 17 King Cobras found alive, and sadly, 6 Capuchin Monkeys found deceased.
Bengaluru Airport's vigilant customs officers made a significant seizure yesterday, September 6, uncovering a collection of wild animals in passenger's baggage. A total of 78 animals were discovered, including 55 Ball Pythons in various colour morphs, along with 17 King Cobras found alive, and sadly, 6 Capuchin Monkeys found deceased. The animals have been seized under Section 110 of the Customs Act, 1962. According to customs authorities, the living creatures have been returned to their country of origin, while the deceased animals were disposed of with strict adherence to proper sanitary measures. Hyderabad: Airport Authorities Foil Smuggling Attempt, Arrest Indian National Carrying Cocaine Concealed in False Bottom of Suitcase and Handbags (Watch Video).
Wildlife Smuggling Attempt Foiled at Bengaluru Airport
Customs officers of Bengaluru Airport yesterday seized baggage containing wild animals. A total of 78 animals comprising 55 Ball Pythons (different colour morphs) & 17 King Cobras were found alive and 6 Capuchin Monkeys were found in dead condition. The said rescued animals have… pic.twitter.com/umiJpsKfav
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