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An Israeli man who arrived in Tel Aviv from Thailand was reportedly caught with 186 exotic animals in his suitcase.
According to Israeli authorities, the suspect, a man in his 20s from Bnei Brak, was reported by customs inspectors at Ben Gurion Airport (BGA), as first reported by Israel’s TPS-IL news agency on Thursday. The news was posted on the government’s Customs and Immigration website.
the man was smuggling snake, turtlecrabs, frogs, lizards and other amphibians.
When passing through customs, the individual allegedly entered the green lane instead of the red lane where travelers must declare their goods.
captured animals Its value is estimated to be in the tens of thousands of dollars, according to the Israel Tax Authority, Ministry of Agriculture, and Department of Nature and Parks.
A man was reportedly caught red-handed trying to smuggle 186 exotic animals into Israel. (Israel Tax Authority/TPS-IL)
All the animals were found alive, but officials said they were unfed and transported under harsh conditions in extreme heat.
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The suspect could be charged with severe cruelty and violating animal welfare laws.
All the animals were found alive, but officials said they were unfed and transported under harsh conditions in extreme heat. (Israel Tax Authority/TPS-IL)
“These are different species; can be invasive and pose a threat to local wildlife and agriculture,” officials said.
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“Experience shows that smuggled animals arrive unscathed.” Appropriate veterinary examination They often carry dangerous parasites and diseases, and most die soon after arriving,” they added.
The animals are estimated to be worth tens of thousands of dollars. (Israel Tax Authority/TPS-IL)
Passengers can: traveling with your dog, BGA said there were cats and exotic birds on board the plane.
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“In some cases, [large] Animals must be transported as checked baggage,” the airport’s website states.
A man has been arrested for smuggling snakes, turtles, crabs, frogs, lizards and other amphibians in his luggage. (Israel Tax Authority/TPS-IL)
“In this case, the animal must be dropped off at the check-in counter,” BGA says.
“Once you land, please pick up your animal in the arrival hall.”
“These are a variety of species that can become invasive and pose a threat to local wildlife and agriculture,” officials said. (Israel Tax Authority/TPS-IL)
All pets must be approved by the relevant authorities and animals with visible signs of illness may not be allowed to fly.
Authorities are working to return the animals to their country of origin.
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These types of incidents reportedly occur from time to time. A similar incident was reported at the same airport in July, when an individual attempted to smuggle nearly 140 exotic reptiles and arthropods into the country.
Customs inspectors found iguanas, pythons, tegus and scorpions. One of the snakes involved in the incident died during the trip. jerusalem post Reported.
The Israel Nature and Parks Authority has previously stated that the smuggling of wild animals into Israel and the importation of protected natural resources constitutes a serious violation of multiple laws. Israel Hayom.
