Airport officials discover 3,000 tarantulas smuggled inside dirty socks
Sofia Patel
Sofia Patel
Reporter · Lawrenceville, PA
Sofia Patel is a community-focused journalist with a bachelor’s degree from Chatham University and over 6 years of experience reporting on neighborhoods in and around Pittsburgh. She has previously contributed to City Paper, where her in-depth profiles showcased the diverse voices and stories from various communities.
More from Sofia →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:22 PM · 1 min read
More than 3,000 tarantulas were discovered stuffed inside dirty socks that were packed in the luggage of travelers as they prepared to board a flight.