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Police seize P9 million in contraband cigarettes in Surigao del Sur
Authorities arrested two individuals and recovered a substantial cache of suspected smuggled cigarettes during an operation in Lianga, Surigao del Sur. The contraband, valued at approximately P9 million, was intercepted by provincial police forces.
LSN Philippines ·
Police operatives seized around P9 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes and arrested two individuals during an anti-smuggling operation in Barangay Saint Christine, Lianga, Surigao del Sur on Friday morning.
The Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) 1st Surigao del Sur, under the command of acting force commander Maj. Magdalino G. Pimentel Jr., conducted the operation that resulted in the interception of the contraband goods.
The two suspects arrested during the raid are currently in police custody pending investigation and the filing of appropriate charges related to the smuggling of cigarettes. The operation is part of ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat illicit trade in the region.
The seized cigarettes have been secured as evidence. Further details regarding the investigation and the identities of the apprehended individuals remain under police review.