Tag: Turtle smuggling
Smuggler of ‘Status Symbol’ Turtles Sentenced to Prison
The recent case of turtle smuggling that has captured headlines across the nation has shed light on the illicit trade of protected wildlife species. In a California mail facility, packages labeled as almonds and...
Police Seize Abalone, Turtle, and Meth in Sonoma County Stop
A routine traffic stop in Sonoma County took a surprising turn when police discovered a stash of methamphetamine, illegally harvested abalone, and a live pond turtle. The incident unfolded on Wednesday night around 10:30...