A recent police search in California led to the discovery of drugs and illegally harvested wildlife, including 35 live red abalone and a pond turtle, in a vehicle driven by a 46-year-old man. Both occupants faced multiple charges, including drug possession and the unlawful taking of wildlife. Abalone harvesting was banned in 2017 due to severe environmental impacts, with poaching thriving on the black market. The police emphasized the cultural significance of abalone to indigenous groups while noting the challenges posed by illegal wildlife trade.
A police search uncovered illegal drugs, poached abalone, and a pond turtle in a California vehicle, leading to multiple charges against the occupants.
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