Three men held over suitcases stuffed with hermit crabs
Summary
Three men were arrested in Japan for trying to smuggle hermit crabs out of the country. Authorities found the crabs in suitcases after hotel staff heard strange noises and investigated. The investigation is ongoing to determine the purpose of the smuggling.Key Facts
- Three men were arrested in Japan for smuggling hermit crabs.
- The men are aged 24, 26, and 27 and are reported to be Chinese nationals.
- The detection happened on Amami Island, where these crabs are protected.
- Hotel staff heard rustling noises from luggage and alerted authorities.
- Police found thousands of hermit crabs, totaling about 95 kilograms in weight.
- A separate set of three suitcases had an additional 65 kilograms of crabs.
- Authorities are investigating to find out if the crabs were meant for sale, as pets, or food.
- Hermit crabs are considered valuable, with some worth up to ¥20,000 (£103).
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