A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects

  

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A German tourist who attempted to smuggle an ancient Greek marble column out of the country has been arrested and now faces up to 12 years in prison. The 61-year-old was arrested at the Port of Patras earlier this week as he prepared to board a ferry to Italy in his private car. Patras Port Authority officers discovered the ancient artifacts hidden in his car during a routine inspection.[1]

Now, the German man faces a lengthy prison sentence for violating a new, stricter law on the smuggling of cultural objects. In recent years, the Greek Police (ELAS) has created a special department to deal with crimes related to cultural heritage and antiquities.[2]

Since 2008, the laws on the trade in antiquities in Greece have been tightened, with the aim of protecting the country's cultural heritage from the threat of destruction due to illegal activities. Illegal trade in antiquities is now considered a very serious crime.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Diduga Selundupkan Artefak Yunani Kuno, Turis Diancam 12 Tahun Penjara", www.detik.com., Muhammad Lugas Pribady, 09 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 12 Maret 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7814704/diduga-selundupkan-artefak-yunani-kuno-turis-diancam-12-tahun-penjara.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.