DRI intercepts 45 live reptiles smuggling attempt at Trichy Airport
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has thwarted an attempt to smuggle 45 live reptiles into India at Trichy International Airport. On Monday, DRI agents, in collaboration with the Air Intelligence Unit, intercepted two Indian passengers arriving from Bangkok via Colombo. A thorough examination of their baggage revealed the reptiles concealed in 27 food packets, with the animals in a sedated state. The reptiles were seized, and the passengers were arrested under the Customs Act, 1962.
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