Smuggled cigarettes worth P130K seized in Cordova, Cebu

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Smuggled cigarettes worth more than P130,000 were seized by police during an inspection operation in Cordova, Cebu, on Wednesday evening, February 11. The seizure was made at around 7:30 p.m. in Purok Langub, Barangay San Miguel, Cordova. This followed an inspection by intelligence operatives of the Cordova Municipal Police Station targeting retail stores suspected of selling illegal cigarettes. Routine inspection The operation formed part of routine checks to verify compliance with licensing, taxation, and labeling requirements for cigarette dealers and distributors within the municipality. During the inspection, officers seized a total of 48 reams and 11 […]... Keep on reading: Smuggled cigarettes worth P130K seized in Cordova, Cebu