Science Enthusiast Imports Plutonium, Risks Jail Time

sydney - A 24-year-old science enthusiast in Australia imports plutonium to collect all periodic table elements, facing up to 10 years in prison.

Science Enthusiast's Risky Move

A 24-year-old science enthusiast from Australia faces potential jail time for importing plutonium to collect all periodic table elements.

Plutonium Import and Legal Consequences

• Emmanuel Lidden ordered plutonium online and had it delivered to his parents' home in Sydney.
• He admits guilt and may receive a 10-year prison sentence upon sentencing on April 11.

Defense Claims Innocence

Lidden's lawyer argues he is an innocent 'science nerd' with no malicious intent, claiming the import was due to naivety.

Legal Perspective

Australian authorities warn that such actions by 'collectors' create a dangerous market for illegal materials.