8legs: Jose manuel perez

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Perez was sentenced to 65 months in federal prison for leading a years-long wildlife trafficking operation.
Authorities say the operation moved at least 1,700 animals worth over $739,000.
Border agents found dozens of reptiles hidden in Perez’s clothing as he tried to cross into the U.S.
The trafficking network relied on social media to negotiate sales and arrange deliveries.
Perez allegedly worked with a network of middlemen, including his sister Stephany.
The species involved included Yucatan and Mexican box turtles, baby crocodiles, and Mexican beaded lizards.
The investigation was led by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with help from CBP and Homeland Security Investigations.
Perez previously faced a nine-year prison term for firearms offenses.
Officials said the operation involved cross-border trips to purchase wild-caught animals in Mexico.

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crime1d ago

Perez was sentenced to 65 months in federal prison for smuggling at least 1,700 reptiles into the United States.
The reptiles were bought and sold on social media and originated from Mexico, Hong Kong and elsewhere.
The justice department noted the operation spanned six years and involved noncompliant wildlife trafficking.
The case involved the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service leading the investigation with federal partners.
Perez had prior firearms convictions and was prohibited from possessing firearms.
The case underscores illegal wildlife trafficking as a significant global issue, second only to habitat loss.
Authorities noted wildlife trafficking is a major global threat affecting ecosystems and economies.
The sentence was handed down after the investigation spanned multiple agencies.
The case demonstrates ongoing enforcement against cross-border wildlife trafficking schemes.

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