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Reptile Smuggling Bust at U.S. Border | Minneapolis News
Border agents bust a reptile smuggling ring when they find a car packed with endangered animals—hidden in pillowcases behind the seat—leading to the arrest of Georgina Bribiesca Chavez, accused of running a multi-year operation with her partner Salvador Pelayo. The haul included venomous snakes, caimans, and rare lizards, some of which didn’t survive the ordeal, while others now rest at the San Diego Zoo. Authorities say the scheme was fueled by profit, uncovered through undercover turtle sales, and both suspects deny all charges. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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