Police apprehended a 21-year-old man yesterday evening after discovering a substantial quantity of untaxed tobacco products in his vehicle during a routine checkpoint operation in the Astromeritis area.
According to official police reports, the arrest occurred around 6:00 pm when members of the Anti-Poaching Unit of the Police Rapid Response Team stopped a vehicle for inspection.
Upon searching the car, officers discovered an extensive collection of untaxed tobacco products.
The seized items included 197 cartons of various cigarette brands, 166 cartons of heated tobacco products, 51 packages of loose tobacco, and 2 cartons of small cigars, representing a significant quantity of contraband goods.
Following the discovery, authorities arrested the young man on the spot for multiple offences related to customs violations. He was subsequently taken to Peristerona Police Station for processing.
The confiscated tobacco products have been transferred to Customs Department officials for further investigation and valuation, while the driver received an administrative fine for the offences.
