Omani man held with 22 live animals at Suvarnabhumi airport
An Omani passenger was arrested over alleged wildlife smuggling at Suvarnabhumi International Airport after Thai officials found 22 live animals concealed in checked luggage bound for Muscat, Oman. The arrest took place on September 8 and was announced by the Customs Department on September 16. Officers from the Suvarnabhumi Airport Passenger Control Customs Office worked … The story Omani man…
An Omani traveler was apprehended at Suvarnabhumi International Airport on September 8 for allegedly smuggling 22 live animals into the country. Thai customs authorities discovered the creatures concealed within the passenger's checked baggage, destined for Muscat, Oman. The Customs Department revealed the details on September 16.
The seized animals, worth over 60,000 baht, comprised various species such as monitor lizards, ball pythons, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, meerkats, and sugar gliders. The exact condition of the animals following the seizure and the subsequent legal actions against the passenger were not disclosed.
This incident underscores Thailand's ongoing battle against wildlife trafficking, as the report cautioned that such actions risk solidifying the nation's reputation as a hub for smuggling live wildlife through airports. Authorities emphasized that heightened scrutiny of passenger luggage would be implemented on routes deemed high-risk to curb these illicit activities.
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