Foiled Attempt to Smuggle a Large Quantity of Cigarette Cartons - Jordan News
The spokesperson for the Jordan Customs Department announced that customs personnel at the Al-Karamah border crossing, in cooperation with security agencies, successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle 2,389 cigarette cartons that were secretly hidden inside a cargo refrigerator truck driven by an Arab national. اضافة اعلان According to details provided by the spokesperson, suspicion arose during the truck's entry from a neighboring country. Upon conducting a thorough inspection, secret compartments prepared specifically for smuggling were discovered, containing 2,389 cartons of cigarettes intended for illegal distribution. The contraband was seized, and legal procedures were taken in accordance with regulations. The spokesperson stressed that all forms of smuggling pose a threat to public health and safety, as such goods are not subject to the oversight of relevant authorities and do not comply with Jordanian standards. In addition, the smuggled goods avoid payment of customs duties, which is a violation of the law and undermines fairness in the market.
The Jordan Customs Department urges citizens to report any suspected smuggling activities that may harm the national economy by calling the toll-free number 105. All information is handled with strict confidentiality.
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