P1.1 billion illegal cigarettes seizedThe contraband was reportedly discovered in a warehouse in an industrial park in Barangay Basak. MANILA, Philippines — Smuggled cigarettes valued at P1.1 billion were seized in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu on Friday morning. The contraband was reportedly discovered in a warehouse in an industrial park in Barangay Basak. Police raided the warehouse and seized boxes of cigarettes bearing fake tax stamps, machine and raw materials. Charges for violating Article 172 of the Revised Penal Code will be filed against the suspects whose identities were not immediately known.

Source: Philippine Star April 11, 2026 17:43 UTC