Leopard skull found in suitcase raises concerns at German airport

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2026-02-06

Hanover (dpa) - Customs officials at Hanover airport in Germany got more than they bargained for when they took a closer look at a suitcase brought in to the country by a traveller from Namibia. Along with cigarettes there was also a quantity of fresh meat - and an animal skull. During the inspection on January 25 the traveller initially said it was from a monkey, according to a statement released by the main customs office in Hanover on Friday.......

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