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Hong Kong woman arrested after 100 reptiles found in apartment

A woman in Hong Kong was arrested after authorities discovered approximately 100 reptiles, including endangered species, in her apartment. The discovery followed the initial finding of a 1.5-meter crocodile on her balcony, which prompted a return visit by police and the Agricultural, Fisheries and Conservation Department. The reptiles have been confiscated for inspection. AI

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Hong Kong woman arrested after 100 reptiles found in apartment

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jess Ma ·

    Crocodile discovered on balcony triggers arrest after 100 more reptiles found

    Hong Kong police have arrested a woman after the discovery of a 1.5-metre-long (4.9 feet) crocodile on her balcony led to authorities finding about 100 more reptiles in her home, the South China Morning Post has learned. A source said police officers and staff from the Agricultur…