Shop raid sees 20,000 illegal cigarettes seized

Three large clear bin bags of illegal cigarettes in white and blue packets on the grey laminate floor in the shop.Image source, Lancashire Police
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About 20,000 illegal cigarettes and 350 illicit vapes were seized from a shop in Rawtenstall

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About 20,000 illegal cigarettes and 350 illicit vapes have been seized from a shop in Rawtenstall.

Lancashire Police and other organisations in Rossendale said they were responding to residents' concerns.

Officers also carried out patrols close to several primary schools following complaints about illegal parking during drop-off and pick-up times.

Sgt Paul Marsden said: "We will continue to actively work with our partner agencies to tackle the issues and concerns of our communities and we encourage the community to continue to report their concerns."

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