Italian police seize sand, shells; fine tourists in Sardinia

FILE – In this June 29, 2019 photo, people enjoy the white sand and pristine waters of Chia beach, on the Italian island of Sardinia, Italy. Italian media on Saturday, June 5, 2021 said customs police on the Mediterranean island issued fines of up to 3,000 euro ($3,600) to 41 persons who in recent days tried to leave the island with a total of some 100 kilos (220 pounds) of sand, seashells and beach rocks. (AP Photo/Karl A.Ritter)

ROME (AP) — Dozens of tourists will have to pay dearly for their souvenirs from Sardinia’s pristine beaches.

Italian media on Saturday said customs police on the Mediterranean island issued fines of up to 3,000 euros ($3,600) to 41 people who in recent days tried to leave the island with a total of 100 kilograms (220 pounds) of sand, seashells and beach rock

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