Illegal cigarette factory with massive capacity discovered near Grobiņa

The Tax and Customs Police have detected and halted an illegal cigarette manufacturing facility in the vicinity of Grobiņa. According to the authorities, the factory was capable of producing approximately 1.5 million cigarettes each day.

Law enforcement operations were carried out to stop the illicit production of tobacco products. Further details regarding detained individuals or confiscated goods have not been disclosed at this stage. Officials emphasize that such a large-scale illegal operation represents a significant blow to the state budget, resulting in substantial losses in tax revenue.

The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement agencies working to determine the full scope of the facility's operations and any possible accomplices.