Bulgaria's Customs Seize Precious Antiques Smuggling

Crime | May 19, 2007, Saturday // 00:00
Bulgaria: Bulgaria's Customs Seize Precious Antiques Smuggling A total of 322 antiques were seized Saturday by the customs authorities in Bulgaria's town of Bregovo. Photo by Bregovo Customs

Customs inspectors from Bulgaria's town of Bregovo seized Saturday a total of 322 antiques before they were smuggled in Serbia.

The authorities found the precious objects in the pockets of a man, who was trying to cross Bulgaria's border on foot.

Rings, metal tiles, a glass vase, jewellery and 270 ancient coins were among the seized antiques.

The smuggler was drawn up a statement for customs' regulations violation.

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