According to a report from THV11 on April 15th, the Arkansas Tobacco Control and Drug Enforcement Unit seized over 27,000 packs of illegal cigarettes during a traffic stop. This marks the second largest seizure of illegal tobacco in the region in recent years.
According to reports, officials pulled over a trailer near Roanoke on the highway and discovered these illegal products. A search of the vehicle revealed 27,940 packets of untaxed smuggled tobacco, with an estimated value of over $243,000.
The state regulatory official, Trent Minner, stated, "We have over 5,200 active tobacco permits in Arkansas. These businesses are required to pay taxes and are monitored to ensure compliance with all regulations. The Arkansas regulatory agency will continue to work with our enforcement department to protect local tobacco businesses."
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