Hong Kong Customs yesterday (October 21) detected a suspected case of an illegal importing of an animal at the Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point. A suspected illegally imported live dog with an estimated market value of about $15,000 was seized.
      
     Customs officers yesterday intercepted a 55-year-old incoming Mainland female passenger at the Arrival Hall of the said Control Point. Upon examination, a live dog was seized from her personal belongings, and she 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/Thursday, October 22, 2026
Issued at HKT 12:12

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