Game Sold In New York Illegally Made Out Of Animal Remains

A popular game sold in New York State was found to be made with animal remains.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation proudly stated "Checkmate" in its latest Police on Patrol.

"Checkmate" In New York County

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The DEC announced undercover ECOs, in coordination with the DEC Division of Law Enforcement’s Bureau of Environmental Crimes Investigations, seized an ivory chess set offered for sale on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

"Ivory articles sold in New York State are subject to a strict permitting process to ensure they are not being sourced illegally overseas," the DEC said in a press release.

The unnamed seller now faces potential fines for the illegal commercialization of ivory. Fines are expected to cost "hundreds of dollars," according to the DEC.

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$12 Million Of Illegal Elephant Ivory Found In New York State

Nearly 20 corporations and 25 people were charged after $12 million worth of illegal elephant ivory was recently seized in New York State.

DEC Announces Conviction of Rockland County Man for Felony Illegal Commercialization of Ivory

Last month, the DEC announced the conviction of a Rockland County man for felony illegal commercialization of elephant ivory worth approximately $70,000.

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Kenneth Kerner, 59, from the town of Clarkstown pleaded guilty to a class D Felony for the illegal commercialization of ivory over $25,000

Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From New York State Stores

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20 Worst Places to Live in New York State

A list highlights the worst places a New York resident can call home. A number of places in the Hudson Valley made the list, including one that was ranked the worst place to live.