A routine traffic stop in Central Elgin has led to the seizure of thousands of illegal cigarettes and charges against two individuals.
According to the Ontario Provincial Police, officers pulled over a vehicle on Ferguson Line around 11:03 a.m. on March 25.
During the stop, police say more than 22,000 unmarked cigarettes were discovered.
A 33-year-old from Ohsweken is facing multiple charges under the Tobacco Tax Act, including possession of unmarked cigarettes, possession for the purpose of sale, and driving with no validated permit.
A 55-year-old from Brantford has also been charged with possession of unmarked cigarettes and possession for the purpose of sale.
Police note that contraband tobacco is often linked to organized crime and smuggling operations.
Under Ontario’s Tobacco Tax Act, it is illegal to buy, possess, or distribute any untaxed tobacco products without proper authorization.
Written by: myFM News
