Eltham: Police Seize Illicit Cigarettes, Cash

Eltham police have seized significant quantities of loose tobacco, illicit cigarettes, e-cigarettes and money during a search warrant at a convenience store in Eltham yesterday.

Officers executed the warrant at the business on Main Road about 10.40am.

While searching the premises, police located and seized up to 34000 branded and unbranded cigarettes, as well as approximately 6150g of loose tobacco, 1861 e-cigarettes and up to $2000 in cash.

A 23-year-old Doreen women was arrested at the scene for possession drug of dependence and has been processed by way of caution.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Investigators continue to appeal to anyone with information about illicit activity to come forward to police.

Anyone with information about these incidents or with further information about illicit tobacco is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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