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In a significant customs operation on the A4 highway near Wilsdruff, German authorities intercepted a Polish vehicle carrying a staggering 100,000 untaxed cigarettes. The incident occurred on Wednesday when customs officials conducted a routine check on the vehicle, driven by a 50-year-old man.
Upon inspection, the driver readily admitted that he had transported the cigarettes from Poland. He informed the officials that the car's trunk was completely filled with the contraband. A thorough search revealed multiple cartons containing the total of 100,000 cigarettes, which were hidden behind the front seats and in the trunk.
In response to this discovery, customs officials initiated a criminal investigation against the driver on charges of tax evasion and tax smuggling. The seized cigarettes have been confiscated and will be destroyed following the conclusion of the legal proceedings.
Although the driver was allowed to continue his journey, he faces significant financial repercussions. He is expected to receive a tax bill amounting to approximately 18,500 euros due to the illicit transport of the cigarettes. The ongoing investigation will be managed by the Dresden Customs Investigation Office, which specializes in tackling smuggling and tax-related offenses.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by customs authorities in combating the illegal cigarette trade, which not only affects tax revenues but also poses a risk to public health.
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