Officers of the Central Excise Customs uncovered a warehouse in the Mytishchi urban district, Moscow Region, storing nearly two million packs of illegal cigarettes of various brands, including European labels and goods presumed to be counterfeit; the seized batch is worth more than RUB 250 million. Source: Central Excise Customs (CAT).
A check is under way to identify those involved in the unlawful activity. Offenders may face liability under Article 171.1 of the Russian Criminal Code for storing, transporting or selling goods and products without required marking.
