The FCS Russia press office reports in an official release. The headline reads: “Customs found more than 900 mink pelts in a foreign national’s baggage”.
Sheremetyevo customs officers found 930 mink pelts worth nearly RUB 1.2 million in the baggage of a 52-year-old foreign national departing for China.
During inspection of two suitcases with an X-ray scanner, officers detected dressed pelts of various colours and sizes. The passenger said he had bought them at a Moscow market for resale in China.
Examination confirmed dressed mink pelts of the mustelid family.
Authorities are deciding whether to open a criminal case under Article 226.1(1) of the Criminal Code, punishable by up to five years’ imprisonment or a fine of up to RUB 1 million.
