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In early October 2017, Jinming L. purchased ivory products from Mo through WeChat at a price of RMB 200,000, and Mo delivered the goods to the Jinming L. through express delivery. The above-mentioned ivory products were seized by the public security organs. After appraisal, the ivory products involved weighed 16.753 kg, valued at RMB 698047.25.

The appellants were found to be in unlawful possession of elephant tusks found in the second appellant’s house and fresh and dried meat found in the first appellant’s house alleged to have been obtained from Katavi National Park. The appellants were found to be in possession of elephant meat and tusks without a valid licence.