South African police seize more than 100 live scorpions stashed in luggage

Naijaonpoint_ng | 16-06-2026 11:24am |

South African police apprehended a 28-year-old man at Cape Town airport for attempting to traffic 150 live venomous scorpions. The authorities discovered the scorpions concealed among the suspect's clothing within his suitcase. The arrest took place on Friday, and police have since issued a statement regarding the incident, highlighting the dangers associated with trafficking such hazardous wildlife. The investigation into the matter is ongoing as authorities work to address wildlife trafficking concerns.

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