In a significant crackdown, the Thane Chitalsar Police arrested an individual and seized a car along with a large quantity of banned e-cigarettes and imported cigarettes. The total value of the seized items is estimated at Rs 3.8 lakh.
The incident occurred on the road from Thane Kegwara Circle to D Mart, where police stopped a Swift car carrying the contraband. The arrested individual has been identified as Sushil Lalbhadur Singh, also known as Sonu, a 37-year-old resident near Thane Casel Mill.
During the operation, the police confiscated several boxes of foreign cigarette brands including Dunhill Tobacco of London, Benson & Hedges, D Jarum Black, and ESSE Esse Lights. Additionally, packets of Elfbar Rayad1 Solero and IGET Star Disposal Pod Device Blackberry Ice e-cigarettes were also recovered.
The seized car and the contraband collectively hold a total value of Rs 3.8 lakh. A case has been registered at the Thane Chitalsar Police Station under Cr No 686/2024.
This operation highlights the ongoing efforts of the Thane Chitalsar Police to curb the illegal trade of banned substances and ensure compliance with
