​Hong Kong Customs today (September 13) detected a suspected case of illegal importing of animal at the Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point. A suspected illegally imported live cat with a total estimated market value of about $25,000 was seized.
      
     Customs officers today intercepted a 61-year-old incoming Mainland male passenger at the Arrival Hall of the said Control Point. Upon examination, a live cat was seized from his personal belongings, and he was subsequently arrested. The case was handed over to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department for follow-up investigation.
      
     Customs reminds the public that importing animals into Hong Kong without a valid permit is an offence.
      
     Under the Rabies Regulation, any person found guilty of illegally importing animals, carcasses or animal products is liable to a maximum fine of $50,000 and imprisonment for one year.

Ends/Sunday, September 13, 2026
Issued at HKT 21:40

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