Ukraine's lost ancient gold jewelry mystery solved: Police
An Orthodox priest was involved in a bid to sell Greco-Scythian artifacts smuggled out of Ukraine, Spanish police have revealed.
"Cocaine of the sea" worth $1M seized in Arizona
Seizure is the second largest haul of the sought-after delicacy in Arizona's history, officials say.
Ron DeSantis promises "stone cold" death for drug smugglers
DeSantis has made aggressive promises about the U.S.-Mexico border if he is elected president.
Woman caught trying to smuggle five live snakes in her bra
"I wouldn't even touch them, never mind hide them in my bra," wrote one user, while another added: "I won't even look at snakes on my phone."
"Cocaine of the sea" worth $2.7M seized in Arizona
A single swim bladder from a totoaba fish will sell for roughly $5,000 on the U.S. black market, rising to more than $10,000 in some Asian countries.
Did video show Mexican cartel using Javelins "sourced from Ukraine"?
The viral video appeared to promote the narrative that Western-sourced weapons are ending up in the wrong hands, but what did it actually show?
Multimillion-dollar whale vomit plot foiled by police
A massive haul of ambergris, often referred to as whale vomit because it orginates inside whales' intestines, was seized from smugglers by Indian authorities.
China is ravaging Africa's donkey population
Donkey skins are being imported to China en masse for use in the ejiao industry, being used as an alternative medicine.
Smuggling attempt thwarted as "exotic" animals found stuffed in purse
Two live birds, later identified as toucans, were found wrapped in stockings and concealed inside a traveler's purse.
Prisoner has had two phones stuck in his stomach since March
The prisoner was attempting to smuggle four mobile phones into the prison, and has refused surgery to get the final two removed.
Should parents be worried about rainbow fentanyl this Halloween?
The DEA has described rainbow fentanyl as a scheme designed by Mexican drug cartels to market the deadly drug, disguised as candy, to children and young people.
Rainbow fentanyl could be poised for Halloween spike after Lego box seizure
Rainbow fentanyl—regular fentanyl dyed with food coloring—is an opioid drug responsible for 80 per cent of all overdose deaths in New York City.
Man smuggles 3 snakes into U.S. by shoving pythons in his pants: DOJ
Calvin Bautista, 36, could face up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.
Elderly Couple Caught Trafficking 22 Pounds of Crystal Meth
The substance was found concealed in the lining of the couple's suitcases.
Inmate Planning Riot Used Hemorrhoid Cream to Break Jail Window
Once the window was softened, the inmate used a metal pipe and a chow tray to punch a hole through it, he said.
Texas Mayor Warns of National Consequences from Worsening Border Situation
"Ultimately, it's going to impact all of us," Laredo Mayor Pete Saenz told Newsweek.
Traveler Busted With Dozens of Snakes, Lizards Stuffed in Pockets
According to a criminal complaint, officials did not find "documentation of any kind related to the reptiles," on the individual or in his vehicle.
Hundreds of Haitian Migrants Smuggled, Rescued by Patrol in Florida Keys
Over 150 migrants were taken into custody for interviews and were processed for removal according to officials.
Nearly 250 Pounds of Illegal Bologna Seized at Border
The contraband included 19 rolls of pork bologna stashed under the backseat of a car.
Coast Guard Finds More Bodies Amid Search for Capsized Vessel
Homeland Security has launched a "parallel" criminal investigation alongside the search and rescue mission.
Coast Guard Searching for Dozens After Suspected Smuggling Vessel Capsizes
The Coast Guard reported that 39 people are believed missing after the boat capsized due to weather on Saturday night.
Six Indicted in Plot to Sell High-Power Weapons to Dangerous Mexican Cartel
The cartel has been linked to multiple massacres in Mexico involving burned and dismembered bodies.
Former Inmate Admits to Using Drones to Smuggle Drugs, Phones Into Prison
The New Jersey man pleaded guilty to being part of a four-man scheme to bring contraband into Fort Dix prison.
Woman Found Smuggling Spider Monkeys in Duffel Bag Across U.S. Border
According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the primates are considered endangered under the Endangered Species Act.
Rhino Horn Found in Shipment of Chocolate En Route to China, Police Say
Even though the horns are made of keratin and have no known medicinal properties, some people think the horns cure ailments such as hangovers and cancer.
At Least 53 Migrants Dead After Truck Overturns in Mexico
It was reported that at least an additional 50 people were injured.
Two Congolese Men Indicted for Smuggling Over a Ton of Ivory Into U.S.
The men now face up to 20 years in federal prison after being indicted on 11 federal charges.
Federal Jail Secretary Charged With Smuggling Phones, Alcohol to Suspect
Three employees at a downtown Manhattan jail were charged with accepting bribes from prisoners in exchange for cellphones, booze and good reviews to a judge.
Detention Officer's Uniform Cut Off In Video Following Arrest
Dayton Beasley has been accused of supplying contraband to inmates at the Wayne County Jail in Georgia.
105 Migrants Found Being Smuggled Into U.S. in Semi Truck
The discovery in Laredo comes just days after dozens of attempted human smuggling efforts were found at nearby checkpoints.