Luxembourg customs strike: 90,000 smuggled cigarettes discovered!

Luxembourg customs strike: 90,000 smuggled cigarettes discovered!

Luxembourg customs has achieved a significant success in the fight against illegal cigarette smuggling. During a routine check at the end of April, an enormous quantity of counterfeit and untaxed cigarettes was discovered in a German vehicle. In total, customs officers found around 90,000 cigarettes hidden in nine large cardboard boxes in the hold. The check took place on the A6 near Capellen, an important transit point where smuggling activities are often observed.

The check was initiated because it was suspected that prohibited goods were in the vehicle. However, the two vehicle occupants denied that they were carrying illegal goods. Despite her statements, the goods were confiscated and investigations began to clarify the background and other possible parties involved. According to the information from stern.de there were a total of 450 cartons of cigarettes.

Ongoing investigations

The cigarettes were not only counterfeit, but also untaxed, which makes the smuggling all the more important. Customs rigorously pursues such violations in order to minimize the loss of revenue from untaxed products and protect the health of the population. Investigations are ongoing to uncover additional possible networks and smuggling routes. The incident has once again shown how important border controls are in order to prevent illegal activities.

The seizure of this large quantity of contraband cigarettes is another example of the effectiveness of the customs authorities in Luxembourg. In the future, customs will continue to pay greater attention to checking cross-border traffic. Given the high demand for untaxed cigarettes in many countries, the challenge for authorities to prevent such offenses remains.

This incident gives rise to discussion about the measures taken against cigarette smuggling, which have become increasingly problematic in many parts of Europe. With the support of the population and intensive controls, customs can continue to make an important contribution in the fight against illegal trade, as [Borkener Zeitung](https://www.borkenerzeitung.de/welt/in-ausland/panorama/Luxemburger- Zoll-entdeckt-90000-Schmuggelzigaretten-632780.html) reports.