Government Committee Presents Damning Findings on Tax Evasion, Smuggling, and Illicit Enrichment: Millions in Fines Imposed
Government committee presents results on prevention of tax evasion, smuggling & illicit enrichment. Penalties imposed for various violations. Read more on NEWS.am.
“Mayor of Stepnakert Among Four Arrested in Unprecedented Vehicle Smuggling Operation”
“Armenian Mayor Arrested for Illegal Possession and Smuggling of Vehicles with Counterfeit Documents. Investigation reveals significant smuggling activities and involvement in forging ownership papers. Suspects admit to smuggling 19,100,000 drams worth of goods, including four vehicles. Charges filed, investigation ongoing.”
“Turkish Organized Crime Leader Varish Boyoyan Arrested in Italy: One of Homeland’s Most Wanted Criminals Apprehended Near Rome”
Turkish organized crime leader Varish Boyoyan, wanted for smuggling, murder, and weapons trafficking, has been arrested near Rome. Italian courts rejected his extradition request in 2023, but a personal plea from Turkey’s President to Italy’s Prime Minister might change that. In a wide-scale operation, 18 members of the crime group were arrested, with Boyoyan found at his residence in Viterbo.
“Successful Cooperation Leads to Major Breakthrough in Smuggling Fight: Seizure of Hashish and Arrest of Suspects”
The fight against tobacco smuggling in Armenia has shown positive results. Collaboration between law enforcement agencies led to the detention of individuals involved in smuggling a 332-gram package resembling hashish. Further investigations are underway. NEWS.am provides more details.
“Smuggling Scandal Uncovered: High-Speed Devices and Surveillance Cameras Found in Armenia’s Ararat and Vayots Dzor Provinces”
Armenian Security Services detain individual involved in smuggling high-speed devices and surveillance camera on roads of Ararat and Vayots Dzor provinces. Wanted for conducting illegal acts. Operations to intercept and confiscate items from vehicles ongoing. Driver confesses to damaging high-speed devices. Investigation underway.
Illegal Synthetic Fertilizer Production and Smuggling Operation Uncovered in Chekhov, Moscow Region; Armenian Nationals Arrested
A group of individuals of Armenian origin was detained in Chekhov for their involvement in the illegal production and sale of synthetic fertilizers. The investigation is ongoing, and further measures are being taken to uncover other participants and their possible involvement in other laboratory productions.
“Border Guard Detainment: Smuggling Suspect Apprehended in Baghratashen – International Investigations Underway”
A 38-year-old man was detained for smuggling goods and evading taxes. He also faces charges of violence and escape attempts. Investigation ongoing.
“The Republic of Armenia Cracks Down on Smuggling in 2023: Increase in Hidden Goods Discoveries Revealed”
In 2023, the Republic of Armenia increased penalties to combat smuggling, resulting in a rise in discoveries. Tobacco product smuggling saw a significant increase, with 373 cases detected. Discoveries of marijuana, methamphetamine, hashish, fentanyl, and cocaine also varied over the years. (154)
“Major Arms Smuggling Case Exposed: Russian Citizen Linked to Illegal Trade with Iran”
The recent Moscow court decision on illegal arms trade gains attention as evidence against a Russian citizen involved in smuggling magnets to Iran is presented. The collaboration between the individual and “Ukroboronservice” is revealed, confirming their involvement in arms dealing.
“State Customs Committee Cracks Down on Smuggling in Byurakan Border Zone: Citizen L.Gasparyan Caught Red-Handed with Contraband”
State customs committee cracks down on smuggling in Byurakan’s border zone. Citizen L.Gasparyan and others caught red-handed attempting contraband. Measures taken to maintain public order and prevent the spread of misleading information. Find out more on NEWS.am.