“Armenia Launches Investigation into Illegal Transport and Storage of Hazardous Substances in Syunik Province”
Armenia’s regional investigative committee is probing the illegal transportation and storage of hazardous substances in Syunik province. The investigation uncovered a crane with over 10kg of hazardous materials and 12kg of similar substances in a vehicle’s washing facility. The driver and owner were arrested for violating criminal code. Measures are being taken to dispose of the confiscated materials safely.
“Armenian Customs Discovers Illicit Tobacco Shipment Disguised as Apricot Red Ball Product”
The PEC Yerevan’s Customs Service has discovered an illegal case of tobacco transportation in Armenia. Disguised as an “Apricot Red Ball” product, the tobacco was intended for illegal distribution. The recipient remains unknown, and the confiscated tobacco will be destroyed. The seized tobacco resembled cocaine but was actually a type of tobacco called “methamphetamin.” The case has been handed over to the RA Investigative Committee.
“Government Crackdown: Officials Seize Massive Smuggling Operation and Detain Suspects”
The government’s committee for state revenues fights against smuggling in Armenia. Recently, 1085 grams of shisha tobacco were seized in a smuggling case. Authorities have detained individuals involved and investigations are ongoing to uncover more illegal activities.