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Bali police foil attempt to illegally trade 21 protected green sea turtles, suspect arrested
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Authorities in Bali successfully intercepted an illegal trade involving 21 protected green sea turtles. The Bali police conducted a raid on the island's Pegametan coast on June 10, following reports from local residents about suspicious activity. A 62-year-old suspect, identified only by his initials KS, was arrested. Police stated that the suspect claimed the turtles were sent by an associate from waters near Madura, an island in East Java province, and were intended for resale. The investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend other individuals involved in the network. The suspect faces charges under Indonesia's wildlife protection laws, which carry a penalty of up to seven years in prison and significant fines if convicted. Green sea turtles are among the six sea turtle species found in Indonesian waters that are legally protected under conservation and fisheries laws. Historically, Bali was a major hub for green turtle trafficking, partly due to the traditional use of turtle meat in Balinese Hindu offerings.
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