On the last day of September, an unusual smuggling attempt was foiled at the Gongbei Port of Entry. A Macau resident, known only by his surname Chen, was apprehended by customs officials for attempting to clandestinely carry $210,000 across the border. His actions were flagged as suspicious when he tried to pass through the "no declaration" lane without proper checks.

Chen ingeniously used a backpack positioned over his stomach to obscure the bundles of cash strapped to his body. Customs officers, sensing something amiss, conducted a thorough examination and discovered 21 bundles of U.S. dollars enveloped in plastic wrap and tightly secured with elastic bandages around his abdomen and inner thighs. The cash totaled to an equivalent of about 1.47 million RMB.

Under Chinese customs law, any individual must declare cash amounts exceeding 22,000 RMB or its foreign equivalent exceeding $5,500 upon entering or exiting the nation. Chen's failure to declare his cargo could lead to significant legal repercussions. This regulation is part of stringent measures aimed at controlling financial movements, especially targeting frequent travelers and those with multiple entries and exits within brief periods.

The incident quickly captured the attention of online communities, sparking a mix of criticism and humor. One user remarked critically, "Such a glaring oversight cannot simply be brushed off," while another quipped humorously, "Did he really think wrapping it up would render it invisible?"

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