Ankara Police Department’s Smuggling Crimes Division caught and detained four individuals involved in the production of counterfeit cigarettes and tobacco products in the province.
During the operation, authorities seized a total of 1.65 million empty cigarette tubes, 480,000 filled tubes, 9,480 packs of smuggled cigarettes, 3,600 electronic cigarettes, 50 kg of counterfeit tobacco with fake tax stamps, one cigarette rolling machine, and one compressor.
The suspects were reportedly producing and distributing these illegal products on a large scale, causing significant financial losses to the government and posing serious health risks to the public. The police are continuing their investigation to dismantle the entire network involved in the illegal smuggling and production of cigarettes and tobacco products.
The operation was part of ongoing efforts by the Ankara Police Department to crack down on smuggling and organized crime in the region. The authorities have been vigilant in monitoring and tracking down individuals involved in illicit activities and have been successful in apprehending those responsible.
The Police Department is urging the public to report any suspicious activities related to the illegal production and distribution of cigarettes and tobacco products to help combat this criminal activity and protect public health.
The arrested individuals will be prosecuted according to the law, and the seized items will be used as evidence in the case against them. The authorities are determined to send a strong message that illegal activities will not be tolerated in Ankara and will be met with swift and decisive actions.
Overall, the successful operation by the Ankara Police Department highlights the commitment of law enforcement agencies to protect public health and safety by cracking down on illegal activities such as smuggling and counterfeit production of tobacco products. The authorities are dedicated to enforcing the law and ensuring that those involved in such criminal activities are brought to justice.
