Adilsinho, identified as a bookie and head of the cigarette mafia in Rio, is arrested in Cabo Frio
Adilson Oliveira Coutinho Filho, known as Adilsinho, has been arrested in Cabo Frio for his alleged leadership in illegal betting and involvement in the cigarette mafia.
EU Directive Against 3D Weapons
The EU Commission is proposing a new directive aimed at creating uniform penalties across member states for offenses related to illegal weapons, including the possession of 3D weapon blueprints.
Chandauli: 50 lakh worth of liquor hidden under onions, prepared for Holi
The Chandauli police discovered and seized illegal liquor worth 50 lakh rupees hidden beneath bags of onions in a truck during a check, a scheme apparently intended for distribution during the Holi festival.
People smuggler who transported hundreds of illegal migrants to UK jailed
Ali Omar Karim, a 47-year-old people smuggler, has been sentenced to eight years and seven months in prison for his role in transporting illegal migrants to the UK.
Video: Smuggling of liquor under the train coach
A video has surfaced showing the smuggling of liquor underneath a moving train in India.
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.
Tunnels, drones, and illegal factories: how the illegal tobacco market operates in Lithuania and Europe
The article discusses the operations of the illegal tobacco market in Lithuania and across Europe, highlighting methods used for smuggling and the efforts of law enforcement.
Scandal at a Thai airport: tried to board a plane with live animals in his suitcase and ended up arrested
An individual was arrested at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Thailand for attempting to travel with live animals, including turtles and primates, hidden in his suitcase.
Not patients, the ambulance was filled with alcohol! Police arrested two with 47 boxes of liquor
In a surprising case of illegal liquor smuggling in Agra, police arrested two smugglers who used an ambulance to transport alcohol instead of patients.
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.
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.
From 300 euros for the taxi to 50 on foot: here's the migrant business
An Italian-French operation has targeted illegal immigration facilitation along Italy's western border, resulting in arrests and investigations of 15 individuals across both nations.
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.
Namibia Warns Illegal FMD Vaccines, Livestock Smuggling Threaten Beef Exports and Disease-Free Status
Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture warns against illegal possession of foot-and-mouth disease vaccines and livestock smuggling, emphasizing the potential risk to the country's beef exports and disease-free status.
4000 Liters of Spirit Seized in Bihar, 20 Thousand Liters of Alcohol Was to be Made for Holi
In Bihar, authorities seized 4000 liters of spirit hidden in urea jars, intended for illegal alcohol production during Holi.
In the Port City, a Minor Caught Suspected of Drug Smuggling
A minor has been accused of drug smuggling in Klaipėda, Lithuania, following the delivery of a suspicious package containing illegal substances.
A Kaunas Man Who Smuggled Illegal Migrants Will Remain Behind Bars for a Long Time
A man from Kaunas involved in smuggling illegal migrants has been sentenced following a tragic incident that resulted in death and injury.
R. Kaunas on the possibilities of shooting down contraband balloons: we are waiting for testing results
Lithuanian Minister R. Kaunas discussed expectations around testing for systems aimed at detecting and intercepting contraband balloons, emphasizing the need for effective solutions to prevent illegal cargo transport.
Three men convicted of serious drug smuggling
Three men have been sentenced to prison for serious drug smuggling into Norway, with one convicted of bringing in large quantities of illegal narcotics.
A new ship arrestor steps onto the stage
India's coast guard has arrested three tankers allegedly involved in illegal oil transfers in support of U.S. sanctions.
400 kg of illegal fish in luggage from China
Authorities intercepted 400 kg of illegal seafood being smuggled from China to Italy by passengers on a low-cost flight.
Malawi: They organized a fake funeral to smuggle charcoal
Authorities in Malawi are pursuing at least nine individuals accused of smuggling charcoal using a hearse disguised as a funeral procession.
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.
Secret Basement on Top of the Car... 1008 Bottles of Alcohol Seized in Nawada, Bihar
Police in Nawada, Bihar, seized 1008 bottles of illegal alcohol hidden in a secret compartment on the roof of a vehicle during a crackdown on liquor smuggling.
$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.
The State Border Guard prevented 12,000 illegal border crossings last year; cannot relax in the future
The State Border Guard of Latvia prevented over 12,000 illegal border crossings in the past year but identifies ongoing challenges and evolving threats.
The State Border Guard prevented 12,000 illegal border crossings last year; must not relax in the future
Latvia's State Border Guard chief emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance against illegal border crossings despite a temporary decline in such activities.
Six people convicted of serious tax crimes in the tobacco scandal
Six individuals, including five men and one woman, have been convicted of serious tax crimes related to an illegal tobacco operation in central Sweden.
Father and son arrested with prohibited medications and smuggled goods on the Via Dutra in Resende
A father and son were arrested by federal police in Brazil for possessing illegal medications and smuggled items during a routine traffic stop on the Via Dutra.
Thessaloniki: Prison employee accused of drug trafficking and illegal imports into prison
A prison employee in Thessaloniki has been charged with drug trafficking and smuggling illegal items into a prison.
Prison Officer Smuggling Drugs and Phones in Jail
A prison officer and three civilians were arrested in Greece for drug possession and trafficking, as part of a broader investigation into illegal activities involving the introduction of mobile phones into the prison system.
A resident of Alytus connected to balloon-smuggled contraband was tracked down by both a VSAT dog and cameras in the Čepkeliai swamp
An Alytus resident was caught in the Čepkeliai reserve area for illegal possession of excise goods, having been previously identified as connected to balloon-smuggling activities near the Belarus border.
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.
Two arrests for the illegal cigarette smuggling ring
Two arrests were made related to a large illegal cigarette smuggling operation in Greece, with several others released under various restrictive conditions while awaiting trial.
Another Lithuanian Detained in Poland for Illegal Smuggling of Migrants
A Lithuanian citizen has been detained in Poland for attempting to smuggle four Ethiopian migrants who had escaped from a registration center in Latvia.
Polish Border Guards Detain Lithuanian Suspected of Illegal Smuggling of Migrants to the West
A Lithuanian citizen has been detained by Polish border guards for allegedly attempting to smuggle migrants from Africa into Western Europe.
With a 30% tax in effect, operations intensify to prevent the illegal entry of goods
Ecuador's customs authority is intensifying border operations to curb illegal goods entry amid the implementation of a new 30% security tax on imports from Colombia.
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.
Economy fights piracy with seizures, reinforced customs, and traceability
The Mexican Secretariat of Economy announced an ongoing strategy to combat illegal trade, informality, smuggling, and piracy in collaboration with federal agencies, state governments, and productive sectors.
Government steps up efforts against piracy: Measures highlighted to bolster industries
The federal government of Mexico intensified its offensive against piracy, smuggling, and illegal trade, implementing a comprehensive strategy led by the Ministry of Economy.
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.
Druskininkai resident detained for suspected smuggling of six illegal migrants from Latvia to Poland
A 51-year-old man from Druskininkai was arrested for allegedly smuggling six undocumented migrants from Latvia to Poland.
Druskininkai resident detained, suspected of transporting six illegal migrants from Latvia to Poland
A 51-year-old man from Druskininkai was arrested on suspicion of smuggling six undocumented migrants from Latvia to Poland after being stopped by border guards in a Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Lithuanian man arrested for illegally transporting six asylum seekers from Latvia to Poland
Lithuanian border guards have arrested a citizen suspected of smuggling six illegal migrants from Latvia to the Polish border.
Ministers: new amendments to combat smuggling with balloons are being prepared
Lithuanian Minister V. Kondratovičius announced upcoming amendments aimed at simplifying law enforcement work and enhancing the identification of illegal enrichment and crime prevention.
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.
How the interior of SP became a route for the entry of 'Mounjaro from Paraguay' into the country
The interior of São Paulo has become a key entry point for smuggled weight loss medications from Paraguay, with over 5,500 illegal units seized by the Military Police in just the first 20 days of January 2026.
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.