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Five baby crocodiles seized at Mumbai airport; 2 held

The arrested individuals have been identified as Mohammed Rehman Madni, 41, and Hamaz Mansuri, 30. Both are residents of Kurla

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Officials said the reptiles were concealed in a box inside a trolley bag. Pic/Mumbai Customs

Officials said the reptiles were concealed in a box inside a trolley bag. Pic/Mumbai Customs

The customs officials at the Mumbai airport on Sunday intercepted two passengers, who were later arrested, for allegedly smuggling at least five baby caiman crocodiles (caiman crocodilus). 

According to officials, the passenger had arrived from Bangkok. The incident took place on Friday (September 27). These crocodiles were concealed inside a rectangular box, which had been placed in a trolley bag.

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