Naval forces seize P180.9 million worth of smuggled Indonesian cigarettes in Sulu

Naval forces in Western Mindanao have confiscated smuggled cigarettes valued at P180.9 million during a five-day operation in Sulu.

The operation, which took place from November 13 to 17, resulted in the interception of six vessels carrying the contraband.

These vessels were intercepted in the waters of Tapul, Banguingui, Lugus, and Jolo.

The confiscated cigarettes were found to be Indonesian-made.

Six small seacrafts were impounded and are now berthed at the Romulo Espaldon Naval Post in Zamboanga City.

Local executives assisted in the operations by providing information about the cigarette deliveries.