Suspect of drunk driving flips car after colliding with van on SP-294 in Pompeia; police find illegal cargo of cigarettes
A drunk driver flipped his car after colliding with a van on the SP-294 highway in Pompeia, Brazil, leading to the discovery of an illegal cargo of cigarettes by police.
They smuggled 240,000 illegal cigarette packs in one year – The two houses used as warehouses in Aspropyrgos
A criminal organization in Greece was dismantled after allegedly smuggling 240,000 illegal cigarette packs, resulting in a revenue loss of approximately €1 million for the Greek state.
A car carrying contraband was detained in Šalčininkai: cigarettes hidden even in the engine compartment
Lithuanian authorities seized a vehicle from a Belarusian citizen that was found to be concealing over 11,000 packets of contraband cigarettes.
Customs officials dismantled a large smuggling hideout turned foreigner's car: 60,000 euros worth of cigarettes found
Lithuanian customs officials discovered a significant stash of illegal cigarettes hidden within a Belarusian citizen's car during a routine inspection at a border checkpoint.
Secretariat investigates 5 prison officers for suspected irregular entry of cigarettes into prisons in Rio
The correctional agency in Rio is investigating five prison officers suspected of facilitating the illegal entry of cigarettes into correctional facilities.
Kratos in Alytus Apartment Buildings: Belarusian Smuggling in the Basement, Drugs in the Apartment
Authorities in Alytus have arrested two men for storing smuggled Belarusian cigarettes and illegal drugs in their apartment.
6 out of 10 cigarettes consumed in Paraná are illegal; more than double the national average
Approximately 60% of cigarette consumption in Paraná is illegal, significantly exceeding the national average of 31%.
17-year-old boy sold over a hundred vodka bottles from his car trunk to teenagers in Rauma
A 17-year-old boy in Rauma sold over a hundred bottles of vodka, tobacco products, and e-cigarettes to underage buyers over a 14-month period.
70 House GOP members urge Trump admin on Chinese-vape crackdown
Seventy House Republicans are pushing the Trump administration to prioritize the crackdown on illegal Chinese-made e-cigarettes, citing health concerns and potential political gains.
First date in Kuldīga ends with a criminal process for illegal cigarette transport
A Latvian man was arrested while transporting illegal cigarettes during a first date, unbeknownst to his female companion.
Vilnius police struck illegal trade in electronic cigarettes: goods worth 3 million euros seized
The Vilnius police seized goods worth 3 million euros linked to illegal electronic cigarette trade during an operation that resulted in three arrests.
Federal Police seizes electronic cigarettes in operation in the interior of SP and MS
Federal Police in Brazil seized a large number of electronic cigarettes during an operation aimed at combating illegal trade in Santa Fé do Sul and Paranaíba.
Border Guards Detained 6 More People Linked to Smuggling with Balloons
Lithuanian border guards have detained six individuals involved in a smuggling operation of illegal cigarettes transported by balloons from Belarus.
Federal Police seize electronic cigarettes during operation in Southern Minas
The Federal Police conducted an operation in Southern Minas, seizing illegal electronic cigarettes and investigating their distribution, particularly to minors.
Elderly Man Arrested with Cargo of Electronic Cigarettes, Anabolics, and Injectable Medicines in the Interior of SP
A 62-year-old man was arrested in Assis, Brazil, while transporting illegal electronic cigarettes and other substances without proper conditions.
A Vilnius Man Involved in Cigarette Smuggling Risks Losing His Mercedes with Hideouts
A man from Vilnius faces losing his Mercedes after being caught smuggling cigarettes hidden in the vehicle.
In Plungė, police found illegally held excise goods, including over 1,000 packets of cigarettes
Police in Plungė, Lithuania, discovered over 1,000 packets of contraband cigarettes and illegal homemade alcohol during a raid.
Tauragė police seize illegal excise goods – homemade alcoholic beverage and cigarettes
Tauragė police have confiscated approximately 160 liters of homemade alcohol, 1,111 packets of contraband cigarettes, and over €24,000 in cash during a raid, suspecting the money is linked to illegal activities.
New troubles for a resident of Druskininkai
A man from Druskininkai has been arrested for possessing illegal cigarettes after authorities discovered large quantities in his car and home.
Federal Police seizes vapes and finds clandestine factory during operation in Campo Grande
The Federal Police conducted an operation against the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes in Campo Grande, confiscating vapes and uncovering a clandestine manufacturing site.
Cigarette smuggling has exploded in Estonia - 37 million confiscated cigarettes per year
Estonia is facing a significant rise in cigarette smuggling, with 37 million illegal cigarettes confiscated in a year despite stricter border controls.
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.