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Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
749 Cartons of Cigarettes Worth Nearly $60,000 Confiscated from Cruise Passengers in California
749 cartons of illegally imported cigarettes concealed in 10 pieces of luggage were found in California on Thursday, April 17, per a U.S. Customs and Border Protection press release The discovery was made after CBP officers inspected cruise passengers who had traveled out of Ensenada, Mexico The total value of the cigarettes is estimated to be $59,920Two female cruise passengers attempted to illegally import 749 cartons of cigarettes worth nearly $60,000 into California. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said in a press release on Wednesday, May 14, that the cruise ship traveled out of Ensenada, Mexico, and arrived at the Long Beach Cruise Ship Terminal on Thursday, April 17. Upon inspection by CBP officers assigned to the Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport area on that date, it was discovered that the women had 10 pieces of luggage full of cigarettes. CBP officers found 326 cartons of Newport 100's, 58 cartons of Newport regulars, 112 cartons of Marlboro Red, 43 cartons of Marlboro Silver, and 210 cartons of Marlboro Gold cigarettes, the agency said. According to the CBP, based on a low-end estimate of $80 a carton in California, the cigarettes' total value is estimated to be $59,920. Although the two women could present purchase receipts for the 749 cartons of cigarettes, the CBP said the pair did not provide the appropriate permits to import the large quantity of tobacco products. The CBP said that because the women were traveling with a high number of cigarettes, they would be considered "commercial" and not for personal use, resulting in the need for an importer permit from the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). The TTB states on its website that an importer permit is required anytime anyone wishes to import tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, snuff, pipe tobacco, or roll your own tobacco into the U.S. for business purposes. Tobacco product labels must also meet FDA standards, including nicotine warnings and accurate product descriptions. Since the women did not present the proper documentation, the CBP said that all 749 cartons were seized and would be destroyed under CBP supervision. Cheryl M. Davies, CBP Director of Field Operations in Los Angeles, said in a statement that the "importation of tobacco products is highly regulated from both tax and consumer safety perspectives." 'Travelers who intentionally disregard U.S. importation laws and regulations often pay a high price," she added. Africa R. Bell, CBP Port Director of Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport noted that the selling of illegally important cigarettes could also "yield high profits for underground vendors due to the low cost of cigarettes when purchased overseas and the evasion of taxes owed upon import." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'This type of scheme not only evades revenue owed to the United States but may be harmful to the American consumer," Bell said. "CBP officers at our nation's largest seaport complex, remain committed to enforcing our laws and to protect the American public." Read the original article on People
Leader Live
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Mold's 'Live on the Square' a massive hit once more
Mold's Live on the Square has become a hit with locals and visitors alike over the years. Organised by volunteers Cllr. Pete Dando and Jim Evans with the help of Mold Town Council, this year's festival began at 12.30pm on Sunday (May 4) at Daniel Owen Square in the town - with acts planned up until 9.30pm. As well as food and drinks, the programme includes a full afternoon and evening of live performances comprising six bands and solo singers. Cllr Pete Dando told the Leader: "I'm so happy with the turnout - it's fantastic - but even more so with the weather. "We have a capacity of 800 people at the event, and we have sold out tickets. Everyone's having a great time and it's just brilliant to see. "There is a great atmosphere and it's bringing people together in the community." TOP STORIES TODAY Some of the acts who wowed the crowd on the day included; Fletch, David Murray, Joe Butler and the TTB. Taking to Facebook to reflect on the event, the Live on the Square team wrote: "So that's Live on the Square for another year and another sell out which again is amazing! "Sitting back at the end of the day when the final band was performing, and watching you all enjoying yourselves, makes you realise what a volunteer is about, to bring happiness and enjoyment to others, you are all ace!! Live on the Square '26 anyone?!!" Click on the gallery above to see some pictures from the event courtesy of Phil Tugwell.
