Turkish Police Bust 30 Smuggled E-cigarettes in Samsun

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Nov.27.2023
Turkish Police Bust 30 Smuggled E-cigarettes in Samsun
Turkey's police in Samsun seized 30 smuggled e-cigarettes following a search operation, resulting in legal actions against those involved.

On November 24th, according to 61saat news, the police in Samsun, Turkey, confiscated 30 smuggled e-cigarettes. Based on the information acquired, the Anti-Smuggling and Organized Crime Division of the Samsun Police Department discovered 30 customs-smuggled e-cigarettes while searching an address. Legal action has been taken against the individuals involved in the incident.

 

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