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Large-scale Operation Targets Violations; 488 Phones and 45 E-cigarettes Seized

Industry Insight by 2FIRSTS.ai
Jan.08.2024
Large-scale Operation Targets Violations; 488 Phones and 45 E-cigarettes Seized
Turkish police seize 488 phones and 45 e-cigarettes in a crackdown on illegal activity, leading to arrests and legal actions.

According to a report by local media outlet Olay53, the Van City police carried out a large-scale operation to combat illegal activities, resulting in the seizure of 488 mobile phones and 45 e-cigarettes. All these confiscated goods were involved in illegal activities and have been sealed by the authorities. The police have stated that necessary legal proceedings have been taken against six suspects and three incidents.

 

References:
[1] Van'da Kaçak Cep Telefonu Ve Elektronik Sigara Ele Geçirildi
Also Read:
[1] Vietnamese Police Investigate Illegal Drug Trade Case Involving E-Cigarettes
[2] Kentucky State House Proposes Stricter Regulations on E-Cigarette Sales to Minors
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