Murders, slot machines, animal game, illegal cigarettes, and slave labor: the crimes attributed to Adilsinho, according to the police
Adilsinho, a notorious figure in organized crime in Rio de Janeiro, has been arrested and is linked to various illicit activities, including gambling, illegal cigarette trade, and suspected murders.
With the help of the Forestry Department, border guards retrieved a drone with Belarusian cigarettes from a treetop
Lithuanian border guards successfully retrieved a drone carrying 500 packs of illegal Belarusian cigarettes from a treetop using equipment from the Forestry Department.
Illegal cargo in a large passenger car trailer
Customs officers in Lithuania apprehended a Belarusian driver for attempting to smuggle cigarettes concealed within a modified trailer.
Contraband Cigarettes Found in a Man's Car in Telšiai District
A man was stopped by police in Telšiai, Lithuania, and found to have 3,000 packs of contraband cigarettes in his vehicle.
PRF seizes 50,000 packs of Paraguayan cigarettes valued at R$ 250,000 on BR-232
The Brazilian Federal Highway Police seized a large shipment of 50,000 packs of illegal Paraguayan cigarettes during a routine inspection on BR-232.
Police seize medications, cigarettes, and tires without invoices with convoy on highway in the interior of SP
Police in São Paulo seized a convoy of vehicles transporting illegal goods from Paraguay, including medications, cigarettes, and electronic items.
The Danish Health Authority warns against puff bars and e-cigarettes after a death
The Danish Health Authority has issued a warning regarding illegal liquids for puff bars and e-cigarettes following a death linked to synthetic cannabinoids.
Death prompts Health Authority to Warn about Puff Bars and E-Cigarettes
The Danish Health Authority has issued a warning regarding illegal liquids for puff bars and e-cigarettes following a death linked to synthetic cannabinoids.
Police seize 2,000 packages of smuggled cigarettes on MS-145
The Military Road Police seized over 2,000 boxes of smuggled cigarettes after pursuing a speeding driver on the MS-145 highway in Brazil.
Drone carrying cigarettes intercepted near the Belarusian border, three suspects detained
Lithuanian border guards intercepted a drone carrying illegal cigarettes near the Belarusian border and detained three suspects.
Police seize illegal drinks, smuggled cigarettes, and close meat shop in convenience store
The police operation in Campo Grande, Brazil, resulted in the seizure of illegal alcohol, smuggled cigarettes, and the closure of a meat shop.
Homemade Vodka and Smuggled Cigarettes Found During a Raid in Telšiai
A raid in Telšiai uncovered homemade vodka and smuggled cigarettes, leading to an investigation against the suspect for illegal production and sale of alcohol.
Authorities in Varėna, Šalčininkai, and Ignalina regions intercepted balloons carrying 13,500 packs of cigarettes
Lithuanian authorities intercepted packages containing illegal cigarettes transported by balloons from Belarus.
2,500 illegal cigarette packs found in a stopped car in Šilalė district
Police in Lithuania discovered 2,500 illegal cigarette packs in a Hyundai ix35 that was stopped in the Šilalė district.
$750,000 in smuggled cigarettes were destroyed in Guayaquil
Ecuadorian authorities destroyed a shipment of 2.8 tons of smuggled cigarettes in Guayaquil, valued at around $750,000, highlighting ongoing concerns over illegal tobacco trade.
Federal Police targets the sale of electronic cigarettes during operation in Natal
The Federal Police of Brazil conducted an operation against the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes in Natal, resulting in search warrants executed at suspected commercial establishments.
8 million illegal cigarettes per month – Two arrests for a smuggling ring
Two individuals have been detained in connection with a large smuggling ring of illegal cigarettes following a lengthy police investigation in Greece.
Carrots, Bags, Donkeys: How the Organization Communicated with Contraband Cigarettes
The Greek FBI dismantled a complex criminal organization involved in the illegal production and trafficking of cigarettes, arresting approximately 25 members who used coded language to communicate and avoided detection by law enforcement.
Border Guards in Southern Lithuania Seize 7 Balloon-Powered Shipments, 2 Suspects Detained
Lithuanian border guards seized illegal shipments transported by balloons from Belarus, detaining two suspects in the process.
Smuggling ring of cigarettes: Criminal charges against 25 detainees for forming a criminal organization, forgery, and smuggling
Twenty-five individuals have been charged with forming a criminal organization related to the smuggling of illegal cigarettes in Greece.
Cigarette Smuggling Ring: The 'Ballerina' Gang and the Rivalry with the Endik Group
Greek authorities have dismantled a major organized crime ring specializing in the production and distribution of illegal cigarettes, resulting in the arrest of 25 individuals and the seizure of weapons, vehicles, cash, and mobile phones.
New tax reignites debate about the relationship between taxes and the illegal cigarette market
The National Congress is set to define the rates of the Selective Tax for products like cigarettes and alcoholic beverages by 2027, reigniting discussions on the link between high taxes and the growth of illegal markets.
Contraband balloon landed in the territory of the Maximos warehouse - employees tried to share its content
A contraband balloon, suspected to be carrying blocks of illegal cigarettes, landed at the Maxima logistics warehouse, prompting police intervention.
The Lithuanian Court of Appeals rejected the convicted criminals' appeals in a large-scale smuggling case
Two former officials from the Vilnius Customs and two citizens of the Republic of Belarus were convicted for large-scale cigarette smuggling and illegal possession of excise goods, having operated within an organized group.
Almost a thousand electronic cigarettes of illegal origin seized in Divinópolis
The Military Police seized 984 illegal electronic cigarettes from a home store in Divinópolis, leading to the arrest of a 25-year-old man for smuggling and evasion.
In the Dārziņi microdistrict, traders confiscate one and a half million illegal cigarettes
The State Police in Riga's Dārziņi microdistrict confiscated one and a half million illegal cigarettes from traders and arrested three individuals during raids related to illegal cigarette circulation.
Dismantling of two smuggling rings for illegal cigarettes in Athens and Thessaloniki with 14 arrests
Authorities have dismantled two smuggling rings operating in Athens and Thessaloniki, resulting in 14 arrests and the seizure of contraband cigarettes.
Heated Tobacco and E-Cigarettes: The Tobacco Industry Invests Billions and Risks Failing in Politics
The tobacco industry faces significant political opposition, jeopardizing billions in investments for alternative products amidst issues of organized crime linked to illegal cigarettes.
Photo: Customs officers and police in Zagreb seized 28 kilograms of tobacco and 10,800 cigarettes
Customs officials and police in Zagreb conducted a joint operation to prevent illegal tobacco trade, seizing 28 kilograms of cut tobacco and 10,800 cigarettes without tax stamps.
Behind The Scenes, Logistics, Profits – This Is How The Billion-Dollar Business With Illegal E-Cigarettes Works
The article explores the booming illegal e-cigarette business from China flooding the European market, posing risks to youths and costing the state hundreds of millions, while discussing the lack of political action against it.
Customs warns massively of the flood - this is extremely dangerous
The illegal e-cigarette trade has evolved into a billion-dollar black market in Europe, prompting customs and police to conduct frequent major raids.
The Customs Warns Massively of the Flood – It's Extremely Dangerous
The illegal e-cigarette trade has evolved into a billion-euro black market in Europe, prompting regular large-scale raids by customs and police, as summarized by WELT Investigative Director Lars Petersen.