RCMP Seize Cigarettes and Cash

SUDBURY, ON, Nov. 25 /CNW/ - Sudbury RCMP, Federal Enforcement Section arrest an individual for possession of unlawfully packed and stamped tobacco.

On Thursday, November 19th, 2009 , as a result of an investigation a vehicle containing 264 cartons of illegal cigarettes and approximately $1,500.00 were seized. A subsequent search of a residence uncovered an additional 91 cartons of illegal cigarettes. In total, 355 cartons of illegal cigarettes were seized which represents approximately $7,800 in duty and taxes evaded.

Charges under the Excise Act, against one individual were laid at the Sudbury court house on November 23rd, 2009 .

Although the effects of illegal tobacco activities are not obvious, all Canadians, in one way or another, feel the repercussions of these activities in the form of;

    
    -   The loss of millions in federal and provincial government revenues.
    -   Undermining of public health efforts to decrease tobacco use.
    -   Preventing legitimate business from carrying out their activities in
        a climate of fair competition.
    

If anyone has any information in regards to sells or possession of contraband tobacco, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or the Sudbury RCMP detachment at 705-671-0645.

For further information: Cpl. Alain Bonhomme, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Sudbury Federal Enforcement Section, [phone]