What makes Chennai a hub of illegal animal trade

May 27, 2019 | 16:31 IST

With young students acting as couriers for free trips, cash, authorities have begun to take note

CHENNAI: On February 2, customs officials at Chennai International Airport heard unusual squeaks coming from the luggage of a middle-aged man who had just arrived on a flight from Bangkok. When Kaja Moideen’s bag was opened, onlookers were stumped to find a tiny leopard cub in a basket.

Leopard cub found in baggage at Chennai airport

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What makes Chennai a hub of illegal animal trade

With young students acting as couriers for free trips, cash, authorities have begun to take note

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What makes Chennai a hub of illegal animal trade

With young students acting as couriers for free trips, cash, authorities have begun to take note

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