Croydon Council seized more than 6,000 packets of counterfeit and non-compliant cigarettes, valued at approximately £38,000, during a raid at a storage unit. Sylwester Krauze was prosecuted, pleading guilty to nine offences and receiving a suspended 26-week prison sentence along with community service. He was also ordered to pay court costs. The council is committed to tackling illicit tobacco sales due to health risks and their connection to organized crime. The public is encouraged to report illegal tobacco sales in Croydon.
Over 6,000 packets of counterfeit and non-compliant cigarettes and tobacco products were seized by Croydon Council, valued at approximately £38,000.
Sylwester Krauze pleaded guilty to nine offences related to the sale of illegal tobacco, receiving a 26-week prison sentence suspended for 12 months.
Croydon Council aims to eliminate the sale of illicit tobacco, citing health risks and contributions to organized crime as primary concerns.
Mayor Jason Perry emphasized the dangers of illegal cigarettes lacking health warnings and their connection to organized criminal activities.
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