Wigan Police Seize £19,000 Worth of Illegal Tobacco Products

Oct.12.2024
Wigan Police Seize £19,000 Worth of Illegal Tobacco Products
Wigan Today reports a recent raid in Wigan seized illegal tobacco and e-cigarette products worth £19,000, emphasizing public safety concerns.

According to a report from Wigan Today on October 11th, England's Wigan recently conducted a raid targeting illegal sales of e-cigarettes and tobacco, seizing illegal tobacco and e-cigarette products worth £19,000.


Manchester police have also seized a vehicle related to illegal sales activities. Dane Anderton, head of policing, crime, and civil emergencies at Wigan Council, stated that the seizure of these illegal items is crucial for ensuring the safety of residents, especially young people.


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