Shenzhen Customs Seized For The First Time A Case Of Smuggling Of Python Skins By Passengers

On August 25th, reporters learned from the customs of the Shenzhen Bay yesterday, which was seized on the evening of August 23rd. Python skin 19 sheets, totaling 29 kilograms. It is reported that the case was the first time that a python skin was seized by passengers. smuggle Immigration case.

It is understood that on that night, Kim Kim took a seven commercial vehicle from Shenzhen bay port. Because of the more luggage, the customs officers were noticed, and the vehicle was stopped for investigation. Customs officers found that there were luggage and woven bags at the rear of the car. Passenger What is in the box? The traveler says it is dried salted fish. Because of his confusion and suspicion, he decided to open his luggage for inspection.

After examination, it was found that there were 19 Python skins in the trunk and white nylon woven bags, with a net weight of 29 kg. At present, the customs is further investigating the case.

Shenzhen Bay customs official said the python leather has a high commercial value. Its unique hand feel and visual effects make many high-grade leather products and musical instrument manufacturers have a special liking for their market demand and profits.

However, Python is a national first class protected animal and is also included in the appendix list of the Convention on international trade in endangered species of Wild Fauna and flora, which was added by our government in 1988. According to the provisions of the Convention and China's Customs Law and wildlife protection law, no endangered species permit import and export certificates, prohibit the import, export and delivery of rare rare wild animal and plant species and products. exit 。 The illegal import and export of wild animals or their products shall be punished by the customs according to the Customs Law; if the circumstances are serious and constitute a crime, they shall be investigated for criminal responsibility in accordance with the relevant provisions of the law.