Woman arrested over illegally importing 112 birds worth HK$15,000

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ambrose LiFebruary 7, 2026 at 03:20 PM

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A 26-year-old woman was arrested at the Lo Wu border crossing in Hong Kong on Saturday for allegedly illegally importing 112 birds. Customs officials discovered the birds, estimated to be worth HK$15,000, in cages on a trolley as she attempted to enter the city. The birds were seized, and the woman faces a potential fine of HK$25,000 for importing birds without valid health certificates. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department is currently investigating the case. This incident follows a similar seizure last October at the same location, where authorities confiscated endangered parrots and other birds.

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Customs 50% Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department 60% Lo Wu border crossing 70% Woman ×380% Hong Kong ×390%

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