Source: BroBible
Summary
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Laredo, Texas, discovered 39 live pythons hidden inside a vehicle attempting to cross into Mexico. The driver, who gave a negative declaration for prohibited goods, was found to be concealing the snakes. The pythons were taken into custody by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials and the driver received $34,824 in export violation penalties. The incident highlights the CBP’s efforts to enforce laws protecting the environment and preventing wildlife trafficking.
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The wildlife smuggling attempt gets a new name.
39 live pythons, one vehicle, and a whole lot of trouble. The driver’s plan was to sneak them into Mexico, but CBP officers had other plans. The pythons are now in a controlled environment, and the driver is out $34,824. Just another day at the World Trade Bridge.
Because who needs a permit when you’ve got a Peterbilt tractor-trailer?
Author: Evan Null
