23 Oct 2026 · Endangered species
Customs seizes endangered turtles, reminds public
Our summary
Hong Kong Customs intercepted an inbound male passenger at Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Station yesterday and seized two suspected endangered live turtles worth about HK$3,000. The case has been handed over to the AFCD, and Customs reminded citizens not to bring regulated items in and out of Hong Kong.
- Customs seized two suspected endangered live turtles at Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Station
- Estimated value is about HK$3,000 and the case is followed up by AFCD
- Under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance, offenders are liable to a maximum fine of $10,000,000 and imprisonment for 10 years
Our summary, in our own words. Read the full text in the government press release.