Loading ...California Man Charged with Smuggling Mosaic from Syria
SOURCE: STAR TRIBUNE LOS ANGELES — A Southern California man has been charged with smuggling an ancient mosaic that authorities believe was looted from war-torn Syria and falsely underestimating its value to avoid import duties. Mohamad Yassin Alcharihi, 53, claimed in paperwork the 18-foot-long mosaic was part of a shipment worth only about $2,200, according … Continued