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Large Quantity of Tobacco Products Seized in Nicosia Home Raid

Published January 21, 2026, 14:10
Large Quantity of Tobacco Products Seized in Nicosia Home Raid

In Nicosia, the Police conducted a search in the home of a 69-year-old man following an evaluation of information. During the search, which took place in the presence of the owner, significant quantities of duty-free tobacco products were found and confiscated, specifically 124 boxes of heated cigarettes, 1128 boxes of various cigarette brands, and 3675 grams of pipe tobacco. The 69-year-old was arrested for the offense and transferred to the offices of the Customs Department for further investigation. He is expected to appear before the Nicosia District Court to determine his detention. The case is being investigated by the Nicosia Crime Prevention Unit.