Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Police and customs officers seized more than 66kg of shisha tobacco, hundreds of cartons of cigarettes and other untaxed tobacco products during a vehicle search on Wednesday. The operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts targeting the illegal possession, transport and trade of duty-unpaid tobacco products.
Joint operation
The search was conducted after police evaluated intelligence linked to ongoing enforcement operations. Police officers worked alongside officials from the customs department to inspect a vehicle parked in a public car park in Ayia Napa.
Items seized
During the search, officers found more than 66kg of shisha tobacco, 406 cartons of cigarettes, 64 cartons of cigars, 40 cartons of heated tobacco products and 2.75kg of rolling tobacco.
Investigation continues
The vehicle and all seized tobacco products were confiscated by the customs department. Ayia Napa police, in cooperation with customs officials, are continuing their investigation.