Hong Kong Customs seizes suspected worked ivory and rhino horns (with photo)
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Customs officers intercepted three female passengers, who arrived from Harare of Zimbabwe via Dubai of the United Arab Emirates this afternoon. During Customs clearance, about 43 kg of suspected worked ivory wrapping with plastic tape was found in the carry-on baggage of two of the passengers. Upon further examination, about 2 kilograms of suspected rhino horns wrapping with plastic tape were found bundling at the abdomen and thighs of the third passenger. The trio, aged from 20 to 34, was then arrested.
The case has been handed over to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department for follow-up investigation.
Under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance, any person found guilty of importing or exporting an endangered species without a licence is liable to a maximum fine of $5 million and imprisonment for two years.
Ends/Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Issued at HKT 22:15
Issued at HKT 22:15
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