Man carrying S$400,000 worth of trading cards nabbed at Changi Airport
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) intercepted a man carrying a large quantity of One Piece trading cards at Changi Airport Terminal 4 on Monday (2 Nov).
The 31-year-old Singaporean had reportedly declared he was only carrying two pieces of trading cards.
ICA captioned its Facebook post on Friday (6 Nov), “That’s not One Piece, That’s Many Pieces”.
Source: Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on Facebook
Officers uncover 105 trading cards
The post stated that officers directed the man to the baggage screening area.
When asked whether he had anything to declare, the man only said he had two pieces of trading cards.
However, officers observed anomalies in one of his bags during the screening.
This prompted them to conduct a thorough check, which revealed 105 pieces of assorted One Piece trading cards, with a total estimated value of about S$400,000.
Source: Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on Facebook
Additionally, officers found a luxury branded bracelet in the man’s luggage.
Source: Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on Facebook
ICA reminds travellers to declare items
ICA said it has referred the case to Singapore Customs for further investigation.
It reminded travellers to declare and pay duty and/or Goods and Services Tax (GST) on newly acquired items that exceed the duty-free concession and GST import relief.
Those who are unsure can declare their items at the Red Channel or at the Singapore Customs Tax Payment office.
The agency added that it remains committed to keeping Singapore’s borders safe while facilitating trade and travel.
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Featured image adapted from Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on Facebook.