Selling Turtles is Illegal

The Gila County Health Department reminds the public that it is illegal to sell turtles. Turtles have salmonella in their intestinal tracts. The salmonella can spread to children who handle the turtles and then put their hands in their mouths. There have been several cases in the past few months. The common factor has been children who have handled turtles for sale. If you see someone selling turtles, get their name and license plate number and contact Joe Kline at the Gila County Health Department. The number is 402-8669.