Uckermark - Small monkey seized during customs check on A11 highway
Customs officers have discovered a monkey during an inspection of a car on the A11 near Gramzow (Uckermark district). During the check, which was carried out last Friday, the driver initially did not declare any goods, as the main customs office in Frankfurt (Oder) announced on Wednesday. However, shortly afterwards various bags of animal food and a plastic syringe containing a liquid food preparation were found in the trunk.
In a shopping bag behind the driver's seat, the officers finally located a small animal transport box. Inside, between cloths: the very small live monkey. The driver stated that he had brought the monkey from Poland for a family member and was only the transporter. He was unable to produce the required accompanying documents. The animal was seized and taken to Angermünde Zoo. The driver is being investigated.
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- The incident in Uckermark adds another example to the growing concern about illegal animal trafficking, which often falls under the purview of criminality.
- Surprisingly, even in the district of Uckermark known for its serene landscapes and rich wildlife, customs control has unveiled a case of smuggling a monkey.
- The brand new Mercedes, which was the focus of the customs control, appeared to be a common cover for transporting animals across borders, a practice that violates various international regulations.
- As authorities in Frankfurt (or) continue to tighten customs checks, it is becoming increasingly challenging for criminals to bypass the control measures, particularly in regions like Brandenburg and Uckermark.
Source: www.stern.de
