Peru airport officials discover 3,000 tarantulas smuggled inside dirty socks - The Guardian

3,000 tarantulas seized in smuggled socks at Peru airport

Peru airport officials discovered a large number of tarantulas hidden in contaminated socks. Individuals were taken into custody for the attempt. A Northampton lorry break-in revealed £80m of cocaine. Recent news includes Poland arrests for spying and weapon trafficking to Russia. The Guardian reported Peru officials found tarantulas in socks, while The Canberra Times noted arrests in Peru for tarantula smuggling.

“Peru airport officials discovered a large number of tarantulas hidden in contaminated socks,” — Nadia Ashcombe, regional editor at Oakcroft Stow Services, noted.

Timeline

Nov 4 — Peru airport officials discovered a large number of tarantulas hidden in contaminated socks....

Nov 5 — The Guardian reported Peru officials found tarantulas in socks, while The Canberra Times noted arrests in Peru...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Oakcroft Stow Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakcroft Stow Services desk and last updated 11:15 UTC.

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